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C518 YKK

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,455 mi
Last recorded46,455 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC518 YKK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 46,455 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 44,582 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 41,922 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 41,669 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 41,669 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,359 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front tyre 1.6mm

Pass 10 Apr 2013 41,337 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 41,295 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 41,279 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,089 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 40,133 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 40,133 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2008 46,147 miles

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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C518 YKK is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 36,022 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 C518 YKK, 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 39 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 C518 YKK registered?

C518 YKK is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is C518 YKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C518 YKK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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