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N851 GPX

1996 Kawasaki Zzr 600

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,971 mi
Last recorded48,971 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 60028,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 GPX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr 600
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 48,971 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 48,171 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 47,251 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 47,250 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 47,153 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 47,153 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls replaced front brake light switch as didnt illuminate brake light (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 46,713 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 46,671 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 46,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 44,642 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside chain adjuster not located correctly

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

chain not adjusted equally

number plate light fails to illuminate

Pass 27 Aug 2016 43,492 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 43,018 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 42,479 miles

Nearside riders footpeg missing rubber

Pass 21 Aug 2013 41,578 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre startting to go out of shape.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,541 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 12,825 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 11,438 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 9,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 6,752 miles

advise-small crack in number plate

Pass 8 Apr 2006 4,573 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr 600?

Based on 1,351 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
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N851 GPX is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 600 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,106 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N851 GPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N851 GPX registered?

N851 GPX is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 600, first registered on 20 April 1996.

Is N851 GPX safe to buy?

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