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E971 VUA

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

White Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,827 mi
Last recorded42,827 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE971 VUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 42,827 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2013 42,823 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 41,758 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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E971 VUA is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in White with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E971 VUA, 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 E971 VUA registered?

E971 VUA is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 1 April 1988.

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The MOT history for E971 VUA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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