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A688 WTY

1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,317 mi
Last recorded4,317 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ110033,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA688 WTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 4,317 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 4,316 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 4,316 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 4,316 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Lower Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2017 4,288 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 4,157 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 4,140 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 4,137 miles

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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A688 WTY 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 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A688 WTY, 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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What year was A688 WTY registered?

A688 WTY is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A688 WTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A688 WTY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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