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E898 KLO

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

59,009 mi
Last recorded59,009 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE898 KLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2012 59,009 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 57,418 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 57,418 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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E898 KLO is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 E898 KLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E898 KLO registered?

E898 KLO is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 14 June 1988.

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