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C190 XAC

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,327 mi
Last recorded50,327 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2010
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC190 XAC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2010 50,327 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 50,298 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake banjos slightly corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2009 50,298 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

brake banjos slightly corroded

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2007 50,294 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 50,294 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2006 49,618 miles

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

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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C190 XAC is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 C190 XAC, 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.

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What year was C190 XAC registered?

C190 XAC is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C190 XAC safe to buy?

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