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E986 KDC

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,477 mi
Last recorded31,477 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE986 KDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 31,477 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 31,475 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 31,351 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 31,345 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

clutch cable worn to excess

rear number plate hanger insecure

Fail 5 Nov 2009 31,338 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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E986 KDC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E986 KDC, 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.

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What year was E986 KDC registered?

E986 KDC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 29 September 1987.

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