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F289 EKO

1989 Kawasaki GPX600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,170 mi
Last recorded26,170 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R32,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 EKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 26,170 miles

tick over fast

Fail 26 Apr 2019 25,942 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,746 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front shocker dust covers in poor condition

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

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Fail 25 Apr 2018 19,746 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front shocker dust covers in poor condition

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

tick over fast

Pass 23 Sep 2016 18,008 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 18,008 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,742 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 14,919 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 14,887 miles

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

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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F289 EKO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 F289 EKO, 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 F289 EKO registered?

F289 EKO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 6 February 1989.

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