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E218 JBP

1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,818 mi
Last recorded45,818 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R36,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE218 JBP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2012 45,818 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 45,818 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 43,739 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 43,737 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,144 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 42,133 miles

Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 42,095 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 42,066 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 41,596 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 41,596 miles

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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E218 JBP is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 36,022 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 E218 JBP, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E218 JBP registered?

E218 JBP is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E218 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E218 JBP shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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