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N466 NMW

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,666 mi
Last recorded44,666 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN466 NMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2015 44,666 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 41,728 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Slight drag rear brake.

Fail 27 Feb 2014 41,728 miles

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Slight drag rear brake.

Pass 31 May 2012 41,726 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 30 May 2012 41,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,688 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 35,677 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 35,613 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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N466 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 17,562 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 N466 NMW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N466 NMW registered?

N466 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N466 NMW safe to buy?

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