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D908 VGM

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,492 mi
Last recorded41,492 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD908 VGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 41,492 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 39,678 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

speedo cable insecure

Fail 3 Jan 2019 39,678 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

speedo cable insecure

Pass 22 Jul 2017 38,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 37,297 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 36,665 miles

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

side stand loose

Pass 20 Aug 2013 36,665 miles

side stand loose

Pass 20 Aug 2012 33,301 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 32,905 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 32,525 miles

FRONT BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

LOOSE ELECTRICAL CABLES AROUND HEADSTOCK

REAR BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

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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D908 VGM is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 D908 VGM, 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.

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What year was D908 VGM registered?

D908 VGM is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D908 VGM safe to buy?

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