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E50 OWD

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,521 mi
Last recorded41,521 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE50 OWD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 41,521 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 41,407 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 41,375 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 41,338 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 40,828 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 39,917 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 39,647 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 39,643 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 39,083 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 39,083 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 37,017 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,575 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 35,778 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 34,891 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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E50 OWD is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E50 OWD, 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 E50 OWD registered?

E50 OWD is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 16 October 1987.

Is E50 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E50 OWD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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