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D51 BFA

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

34,751 mi
Last recorded34,751 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD51 BFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 34,751 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2018 34,751 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 34,615 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 34,595 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

OIL ON FRONT TYRE

Pass 26 Apr 2014 33,595 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 32,271 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,568 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 30,561 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,970 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 25,589 miles

play in rear chain sprocket bearing

sighns of brake fluid on front right caliper

Pass 1 Jul 2008 24,493 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 24,493 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 23,495 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 23,329 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

anti-dive cylinders leaking oil

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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D51 BFA is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 D51 BFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D51 BFA registered?

D51 BFA is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 22 August 1986.

Is D51 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D51 BFA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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