MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,215 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear wheel binding slightly
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust some corrosion
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL600?
Based on 2,582 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R209 KSO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 R209 KSO, 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 R209 KSO registered?
R209 KSO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R209 KSO safe to buy?
The MOT history for R209 KSO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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