Kawasaki GPZ1100 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki GPZ1100 car check
Is the Kawasaki GPZ1100 reliable? We analysed 6,363 real MOT tests across 905 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki GPZ1100 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki GPZ1100.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki GPZ1100. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki GPZ1100 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki GPZ1100 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki GPZ1100 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki GPZ1100 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 70 | 87.1% | 14,258 | 39,584 | 45,607 |
| 2000 | 108 | 75.9% | 23,686 | 30,476 | 38,264 |
| 1999 | 195 | 86.7% | 13,527 | 26,546 | 35,604 |
| 1998 | 569 | 84.9% | 17,480 | 24,285 | 33,608 |
| 1997 | 888 | 83.1% | 18,192 | 27,114 | 37,588 |
| 1996 | 1,305 | 82.7% | 20,858 | 29,367 | 38,850 |
| 1995 | 1,023 | 83.4% | 18,709 | 29,752 | 41,918 |
| 1986 | 61 | 82.0% | 31,516 | 37,743 | 50,475 |
| 1985 | 190 | 82.1% | 26,917 | 30,313 | 36,655 |
| 1984 | 435 | 84.8% | 22,058 | 30,404 | 40,559 |
| 1983 | 718 | 83.4% | 18,190 | 33,482 | 43,944 |
| 1982 | 262 | 84.7% | 16,368 | 31,092 | 38,745 |
| 1981 | 266 | 85.3% | 15,772 | 25,110 | 36,012 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki GPZ1100 Last?
Based on 905 Kawasaki GPZ1100 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki GPZ1100 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki GPZ1100 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki GPZ1100
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.1% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
75.9% MOT pass rate from 108 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki GPZ1100 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.1% across 70 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki GPZ1100 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki GPZ1100 THIS CAR | 83.6% | 6,363 | 28,891 mi | 45 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-6R | 81.7% | 204,826 | 19,965 mi | 31 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-9R | 83.7% | 103,150 | 22,736 mi | 32 yrs |
| Kawasaki ER5 | 81.2% | 65,763 | 22,023 mi | 30 yrs |
| Dacia Duster Essential Tce 4X2 | 82.2% | 8,864 | 28,032 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki GPZ1100 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki GPZ1100Should you buy a used Kawasaki GPZ1100?
The Kawasaki GPZ1100 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 6,363 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki GPZ1100 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (102 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (77), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (64). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kawasaki GPZ1100 owner drives around 541 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki GPZ1100 models stay on UK roads for around 45 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.