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C175 RCH

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,062 mi
Last recorded47,062 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC175 RCH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 47,062 miles

Cush drive/bearing carrier has slight play

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2016 46,356 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 46,355 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 45,772 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 42,784 miles

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

Offside front footrest damaged

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 42,784 miles

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

Offside front footrest damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2009 41,382 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 40,897 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 40,897 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1000?

Based on 3,748 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 72
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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C175 RCH is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 35,654 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 GPZ1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C175 RCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C175 RCH registered?

C175 RCH is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 24 July 1986.

Is C175 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C175 RCH shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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