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C941 VBY

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,331 mi
Last recorded31,331 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC941 VBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 31,331 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 31,328 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 31,142 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 31,142 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 31,083 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 30,919 miles

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

Number plate light not working.

Coolant leak.

Fail 29 Sep 2011 30,919 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Number plate light not working.

Coolant leak.

Pass 29 Sep 2010 30,812 miles

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

Number Plate Light Not Working

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 30,713 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 30,713 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 30,622 miles

rear number plate illuminating light not working.

Pass 17 Sep 2007 30,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2007 30,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 30,137 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 20 Sep 2005 29,828 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 29,828 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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C941 VBY is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 C941 VBY, 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 C941 VBY registered?

C941 VBY is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 1 April 1986.

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