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C239 DUB

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2008
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

17,667 mi
Last recorded17,667 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2007
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC239 DUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2007 17,667 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 17,667 miles

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

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Jul 2007 17,667 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Offside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Apr 2007 17,667 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

incorect load/speed rated front tyre

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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C239 DUB is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 C239 DUB, 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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C239 DUB is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 4 April 1986.

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