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A262 RAT

1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,079 mi
Last recorded27,079 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ110030,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA262 RAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 27,079 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 27,079 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 26,970 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 26,859 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 26,778 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 26,523 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,509 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 26,493 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 26,446 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,249 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 26,185 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 26,185 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 26,071 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,018 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 26,018 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 25,908 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1100?

Based on 6,363 MOT tests across 905 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
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A262 RAT is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 30,404 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 GPZ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A262 RAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A262 RAT registered?

A262 RAT is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 19 April 1984.

Is A262 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A262 RAT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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