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D253 VAP

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Green Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,862 mi
Last recorded28,862 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD253 VAP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 28,862 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 28,846 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 26,512 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 26,507 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 22,132 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 22,127 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

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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D253 VAP is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Green with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D253 VAP, 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 D253 VAP registered?

D253 VAP is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 19 September 1986.

Is D253 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D253 VAP shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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