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R870 GWV

1997 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,210 mi
Last recorded18,210 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZL60017,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR870 GWV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2023 18,210 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 17,183 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,719 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 14,099 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2017 14,098 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,364 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 12,358 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 12,318 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 12,316 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 11,897 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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R870 GWV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 R870 GWV, 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 R870 GWV registered?

R870 GWV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R870 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R870 GWV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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