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C557 SVV

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,613 mi
Last recorded40,613 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC557 SVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,613 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 39,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front tyre worn uneven.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 39,496 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front tyre worn uneven.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,613 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 36,899 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 36,801 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 36,801 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2006 35,840 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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C557 SVV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C557 SVV, 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 C557 SVV registered?

C557 SVV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 23 July 1986.

Is C557 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C557 SVV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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