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F196 CDW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,360 mi
Last recorded29,360 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF196 CDW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 29,360 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 29,068 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 28,863 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 28,163 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2007 28,163 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 27,805 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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F196 CDW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F196 CDW, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F196 CDW registered?

F196 CDW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 16 March 1989.

Is F196 CDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F196 CDW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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