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C470 VSX

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,495 mi
Last recorded71,495 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC470 VSX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,495 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 71,489 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Feb 2010 70,036 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 68,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2008 67,819 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

drivechain excessivly tight

n/s fork oil seal leaking oil

split pin missing rear wheel spindle

Fail 4 Apr 2007 58,868 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 58,868 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 52,166 miles

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

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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C470 VSX is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C470 VSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C470 VSX registered?

C470 VSX is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 3 June 1986.

Is C470 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C470 VSX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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