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E816 SUB

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,653 mi
Last recorded35,653 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE816 SUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 35,653 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 35,407 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 35,407 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,871 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 32,767 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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E816 SUB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 E816 SUB, 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 E816 SUB registered?

E816 SUB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 15 March 1988.

Is E816 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E816 SUB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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