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N53 DDM

1995 Kawasaki ZL600

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,648 mi
Last recorded16,648 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZL60018,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN53 DDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 16,648 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 16,630 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 16,369 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 15,451 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,399 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 15,001 miles

front tyre cracked

Pass 20 Jul 2015 14,726 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,561 miles

FRONT TYRE IS CRACKED

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,346 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,211 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 14,036 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 14,036 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 13,849 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 12,125 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,717 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 7,920 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 6,471 miles

Number plate cracked.

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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N53 DDM is a 1995 Kawasaki ZL600 in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 18,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N53 DDM, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N53 DDM?

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What year was N53 DDM registered?

N53 DDM is a 1995 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 2 August 1995.

Is N53 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N53 DDM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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