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D78 FVC

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,318 mi
Last recorded40,318 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD78 FVC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 40,318 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 40,209 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 40,236 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 40,205 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 39,997 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 39,872 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 39,872 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 38,735 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 38,735 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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D78 FVC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D78 FVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D78 FVC registered?

D78 FVC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D78 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D78 FVC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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