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E947 KAV

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,641 mi
Last recorded44,641 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE947 KAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 44,641 miles

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)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

long travel on front brake leverl

Fail 26 Sep 2012 44,641 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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E947 KAV is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E947 KAV, 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 E947 KAV registered?

E947 KAV is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 28 September 1987.

Is E947 KAV safe to buy?

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