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1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,759 mi
Last recorded61,759 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ110033,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA425 URL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 61,759 miles

Corrosion to front fork stanchions but above seal travel area.

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

Stamped VIN number on headstock barely legible.

Fail 25 Jul 2024 61,759 miles

Corrosion to front fork stanchions but above seal travel area.

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stamped VIN number on headstock barely legible.

Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,388 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 61,385 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2009 61,026 miles

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

Chain guard missing

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Indicator tell tale not working but indicators visible from riders seat.

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 60,511 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

one rear sidelight not worling

Fail 24 Sep 2008 60,511 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

one rear sidelight not worling

Pass 14 Sep 2007 59,358 miles

Chain guard missing

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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A425 URL is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,482 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 A425 URL, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A425 URL is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 17 August 1983.

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