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S34 BBF

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,895 mi
Last recorded32,895 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS34 BBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 32,895 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 32,032 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 30,802 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play very sight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 30,268 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 29,898 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 27,980 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,878 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 16,600 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 15,987 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,189 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 14,679 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2007 14,679 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 13,751 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 12,486 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 12,443 miles

Rear Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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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S34 BBF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S34 BBF, 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 S34 BBF registered?

S34 BBF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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