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A696 JTA

1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,160 mi
Last recorded39,160 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ110033,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA696 JTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 39,160 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 38,733 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,238 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 36,652 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 34,181 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 34,181 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 34,154 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 34,154 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2006 34,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 34,087 miles

Rear 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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A696 JTA is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A696 JTA, 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 A696 JTA registered?

A696 JTA is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A696 JTA safe to buy?

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