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F696 JBH

1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,916 mi
Last recorded37,916 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF696 JBH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2011 37,916 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 37,892 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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F696 JBH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F696 JBH, 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 F696 JBH registered?

F696 JBH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 9 September 1988.

Is F696 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F696 JBH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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