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C202 DNW

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,948 mi
Last recorded32,948 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC202 DNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 32,948 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 32,775 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 32,556 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 32,249 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 32,238 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 32,238 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 31,937 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 30,605 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 30,573 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 May 2007 28,639 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 27,819 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 27,819 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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C202 DNW is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C202 DNW, 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 C202 DNW registered?

C202 DNW is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C202 DNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C202 DNW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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