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C493 WFO

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,637 mi
Last recorded40,637 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC493 WFO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 40,637 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 40,637 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 44,981 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 43,415 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 42,703 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 39,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 39,545 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 38,995 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 38,537 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 38,131 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 37,695 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 37,153 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 35,851 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 35,851 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 34,558 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 34,506 miles

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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C493 WFO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C493 WFO, 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 C493 WFO registered?

C493 WFO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 31 March 1986.

Is C493 WFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C493 WFO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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