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B887 FWA

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,536 mi
Last recorded32,536 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ75030,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB887 FWA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2026 32,536 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached locking device has become detaached. (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front fork dust seals perishing/cracking

Front tyre shows light perishing/cracking

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear tyre shows light perishing/cracking

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

oil leak evident around engine

Pass 9 Nov 2024 32,514 miles

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

Rear Tyre light perishing

Fail 9 Nov 2024 32,514 miles

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

Rear Tyre light perishing

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 32,271 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 32,186 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 32,064 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 31,908 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 31,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 31,419 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,191 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 30,776 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 30,043 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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B887 FWA is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B887 FWA, 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 B887 FWA registered?

B887 FWA is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 4 April 1985.

Is B887 FWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B887 FWA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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