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P53 KRX

1997 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,325 mi
Last recorded12,325 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZL60017,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP53 KRX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 12,325 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,231 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2011 12,231 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,352 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,675 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 10,675 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

on light cracking in the front tyre tread

on rust in the in the swinging arm

on the head/stock of the frame is slighty corroded

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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P53 KRX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,215 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 P53 KRX, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P53 KRX registered?

P53 KRX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P53 KRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P53 KRX shows 6 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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