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F871 MUR

1989 Kawasaki GPX600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,173 mi
Last recorded41,173 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R32,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF871 MUR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2012 41,173 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 40,870 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,870 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 38,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2010 38,702 miles

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2009 37,375 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 36,600 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2006 36,582 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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F871 MUR is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F871 MUR, 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 F871 MUR registered?

F871 MUR is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F871 MUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F871 MUR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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