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F37 SHY

1989 Kawasaki GPX600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

55,223 mi
Last recorded55,223 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R32,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF37 SHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 55,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 55,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 55,193 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 55,180 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 55,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 55,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 55,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,118 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 55,106 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 55,106 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 55,064 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 55,026 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 54,961 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 54,948 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 54,911 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 54,842 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 54,794 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 54,762 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 58,585 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 53,420 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 52,474 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 52,265 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,265 miles

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

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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F37 SHY is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F37 SHY, 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 F37 SHY registered?

F37 SHY is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is F37 SHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F37 SHY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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