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L638 FTT

1998 Kawasaki GPX600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R32,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL638 FTT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 17 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 10 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) split pin on axle missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2016 34,990 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 34,716 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 34,710 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 34,545 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 34,545 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 33,792 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 33,792 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 32,968 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 32,968 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,223 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 32,223 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2008 31,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 31,402 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 30,404 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 28,804 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 28,804 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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L638 FTT is a 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 32,968 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 L638 FTT, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPX600R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L638 FTT?

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What year was L638 FTT registered?

L638 FTT is a 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is L638 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L638 FTT shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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