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L947 HKM

1998 Kawasaki GPX600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,489 mi
Last recorded22,489 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R32,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL947 HKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 22,489 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 22,328 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shockabsorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,201 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,072 miles

Offside Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 21,644 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 21,067 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 20,548 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,296 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 20,160 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 19,798 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 19,261 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 19,261 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 18,974 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 18,778 miles

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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L947 HKM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L947 HKM, 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.

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What year was L947 HKM registered?

L947 HKM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 15 July 1998.

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