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C424 VDX

1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,288 mi
Last recorded31,288 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R37,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC424 VDX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 31,288 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 31,264 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 31,264 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 31,263 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 31,263 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 31,251 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 31,251 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,107 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 41,358 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2009 41,358 miles

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

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Only 1 Rear Tail Light Working. No Number Plate Light.

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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C424 VDX is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 37,235 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 C424 VDX, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C424 VDX registered?

C424 VDX is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 20 February 1986.

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