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F409 MJB

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,251 mi
Last recorded42,251 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF409 MJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 42,251 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,840 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 39,414 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 39,411 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

r/h/s rear tail light not working

Pass 7 Feb 2007 38,900 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 38,893 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 38,893 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

left handlebar bent

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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F409 MJB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,856 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 F409 MJB, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F409 MJB registered?

F409 MJB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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