MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,728 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS
Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1000?
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C231 OTL is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 C231 OTL, 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 C231 OTL registered?
C231 OTL is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 7 May 1986.
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