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C206 MPU

1986 Kawasaki GPZ750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

4,303 mi
Last recorded4,303 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ75029,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC206 MPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 4,303 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 4,303 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 3,850 miles

Bike won’t tick over.

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 3,849 miles

Rear Stop lamp missing Switch is not connected (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail Inner side plate broken (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bike won’t tick over.

Chain guard missing ()

Front Stop lamp not working Connectors not plugged in (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 2,738 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 2,722 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 1,123 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 15 Jun 2020 1,093 miles

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp l/h and r/h indicators affected by the brake light. (4.4.3 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing Rear spindle nut split pin missing. (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 18 Aug 2018
Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,583 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 13,583 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 13,573 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,508 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 13,219 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 13,218 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 12,979 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 12,303 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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C206 MPU is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 29,686 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 C206 MPU, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C206 MPU is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 2 June 1986.

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