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C188 GJO

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,563 mi
Last recorded35,563 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC188 GJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 35,563 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 35,502 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,412 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 35,409 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 33,605 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 32,875 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 32,875 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ600R?

Based on 4,746 MOT tests across 988 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
468
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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C188 GJO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 37,235 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 GPZ600R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 163 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C188 GJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ600R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C188 GJO registered?

C188 GJO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 18 March 1986.

Is C188 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C188 GJO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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