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E158 HRW

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,491 mi
Last recorded52,491 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE158 HRW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 52,491 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 52,385 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 52,371 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2011 49,042 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 48,759 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 47,500 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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E158 HRW is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E158 HRW, 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 E158 HRW registered?

E158 HRW is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 17 November 1987.

Is E158 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E158 HRW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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