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E944 DRC

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,883 mi
Last recorded28,883 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE944 DRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 28,883 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 28,883 miles

Front Direction indicators not working r/h (1.5.1c)

50% of rear light not working

Pass 27 Mar 2015 27,879 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 27,869 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 27,479 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,938 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 23,901 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,168 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 19,218 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 18,296 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 17,699 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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E944 DRC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E944 DRC, 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 E944 DRC registered?

E944 DRC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E944 DRC safe to buy?

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