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A985 RWL

1983 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,062 mi
Last recorded34,062 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ75035,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA985 RWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2022 34,062 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated both front discs contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak left & right hand fork leaking oil from bottom of slider (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 33,738 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 33,714 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 33,714 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 33,062 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Gear change loose on splines

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 32,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 15 Sep 2007 32,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 32,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 23 Aug 2006 32,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 31,512 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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A985 RWL is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 35,317 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 GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A985 RWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A985 RWL registered?

A985 RWL is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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