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E291 TEP

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,594 mi
Last recorded34,594 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE291 TEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,594 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,412 miles

nearside front lower fork damp

Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,910 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 32,714 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 31,776 miles

Brake pads front and rear need replacing ferrodo has degraded and is split/breaking down in places.

Pass 24 Apr 2009 31,639 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 31,409 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2007 31,409 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 31,085 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 30,922 miles

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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E291 TEP is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,856 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 E291 TEP, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E291 TEP registered?

E291 TEP is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E291 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E291 TEP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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