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A970 GWD

1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,368 mi
Last recorded28,368 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ110030,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA970 GWD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 28,368 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 28,049 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 27,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 27,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 27,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 26,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,934 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 26,906 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 26,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 26,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 26,784 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 26,784 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 26,623 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 26,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 25,885 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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A970 GWD is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 A970 GWD, 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 A970 GWD registered?

A970 GWD is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 6 January 1984.

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The MOT history for A970 GWD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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