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D878 BUT

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,979 mi
Last recorded26,979 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD878 BUT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 26,979 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 26,975 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 26,945 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 26,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 26,584 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 26,242 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 25,609 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 25,190 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 24,677 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 23,942 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 23,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 23,220 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,102 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 21,848 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,830 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 21,759 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 21,560 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 21,438 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 21,438 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 May 2007 21,290 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 21,290 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 21,037 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 21,037 miles

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

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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D878 BUT is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 D878 BUT, 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 D878 BUT registered?

D878 BUT is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 10 April 1987.

Is D878 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D878 BUT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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