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S343 SNC

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,658 mi
Last recorded10,658 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS343 SNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 10,658 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 10,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on one pad (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 10,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on one pad (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 9,757 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 9,757 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 8,900 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 8,227 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 8,227 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 7,547 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL600?

Based on 2,582 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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S343 SNC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,690 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZL600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S343 SNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL600 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S343 SNC registered?

S343 SNC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S343 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S343 SNC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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