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D703 GRU

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,036 mi
Last recorded52,036 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2009
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD703 GRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2009 52,036 miles

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

main beam comes on with dip making main beam a bit dim

Fail 30 Mar 2009 51,994 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 46,794 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

belly pan and top half of fairing could be better secured.

clutch cable badly routed,fouls steering and doesnt work correctly on lock.

front brake still a bit spongy,may get better as pads/discs bed in

front forks a bit hard.

Fail 19 Mar 2008 46,794 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

belly pan and top half of fairing could be better secured.

clutch cable badly routed,fouls steering and doesnt work correctly on lock.

front forks a bit hard.

r/h footrest hanger bent (cause of rubbing of brake pipe.

wiring in fairing likely to catch on lower yoke.

Pass 17 Mar 2007 39,009 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 38,832 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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D703 GRU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 D703 GRU, 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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D703 GRU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 10 April 1987.

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