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A851 DEF

1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,840 mi
Last recorded42,840 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ110033,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA851 DEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 42,840 miles

Front brake lever soft

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 42,840 miles

Front brake lever soft

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Direction indicator not working Front & Rear (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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A851 DEF is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A851 DEF, 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 A851 DEF registered?

A851 DEF is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A851 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A851 DEF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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