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B647 CAV

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,877 mi
Last recorded46,877 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ75030,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB647 CAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2014 46,877 miles

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

f/tyre perished cracked

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2013 44,738 miles

Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

Pass 20 Jul 2012 42,407 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear shift bush worn

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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B647 CAV is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 30,441 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 B647 CAV, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B647 CAV registered?

B647 CAV is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 31 May 1985.

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