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D346 ARX

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,151 mi
Last recorded43,151 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD346 ARX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2014 43,151 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 49,953 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

rear brake binding slightly

Fail 3 Oct 2011 42,943 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 16 May 2008 42,298 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2008 42,298 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 42,171 miles

Front Brake system in need of overhaul

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 42,141 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 42,141 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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D346 ARX is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 D346 ARX, 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.

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What year was D346 ARX registered?

D346 ARX is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 19 June 1987.

Is D346 ARX safe to buy?

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