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E975 SKE

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,677 mi
Last recorded39,677 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE975 SKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 39,677 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 39,665 miles

light perishing on front and rear tyres

Pass 5 Apr 2013 38,442 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 38,018 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 38,018 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 37,622 miles

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

R/H/R foot peg does not fold down

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch cable slightly fouls clocks on full r/h lock not excessive.

hands closer to tank on L/H lock than R/H lock, suspect lock stop wear.

Fail 5 Aug 2010 37,618 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

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

R/H/R foot peg does not fold down

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch cable slightly fouls clocks on full r/h lock not excessive.

hands closer to tank on L/H lock than R/H lock, suspect lock stop wear.

Fail 29 Jun 2009 36,866 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,866 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 10 Aug 2006 36,599 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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E975 SKE is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 E975 SKE, 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 E975 SKE registered?

E975 SKE is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 5 August 1987.

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