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F277 XFV

1989 Kawasaki GPX600R

Purple Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,575 mi
Last recorded36,575 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R32,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF277 XFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1989
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 36,575 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 36,575 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 37,746 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 37,746 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 34,673 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2012 34,673 miles

Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 32,844 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 28,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake spongy

Fail 17 Jul 2010 28,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

front brake spongy

Pass 11 Jul 2009 28,572 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,607 miles

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 25,599 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 21,944 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 21,931 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX600R?

Based on 4,142 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 141
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Throttle operating incorrectly 38
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F277 XFV is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R in Purple with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,391 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 GPX600R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F277 XFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX600R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPX600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F277 XFV registered?

F277 XFV is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F277 XFV safe to buy?

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