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G516 TCN

1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

38,285 mi
Last recorded38,285 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG516 TCN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 38,285 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2024 38,285 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 38,244 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 38,045 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 37,641 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 37,603 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 37,360 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 37,356 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 37,356 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 36,894 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 36,712 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 36,626 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 36,298 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 35,770 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 35,770 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 35,462 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 34,687 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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G516 TCN is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,566 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 G516 TCN, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G516 TCN registered?

G516 TCN is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 31 October 1989.

Is G516 TCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G516 TCN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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