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E511 XGC

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,513 mi
Last recorded58,513 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE511 XGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 58,513 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear sprocket bearing worn

Fail 7 Sep 2019 58,511 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak front fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear rear sprocket bearing worn

Pass 23 Oct 2018 57,851 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 57,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 56,504 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 56,218 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2014 56,216 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,781 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 54,770 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2010 54,764 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 52,845 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 52,842 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 50,851 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 47,742 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 44,647 miles

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

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

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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E511 XGC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E511 XGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E511 XGC registered?

E511 XGC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 4 November 1987.

Is E511 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E511 XGC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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