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C242 GJO

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,913 mi
Last recorded40,913 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC242 GJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 40,913 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 40,895 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 41,020 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2010 16,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 16,691 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 10,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2008 7,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 May 2006 3,548 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 3,491 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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C242 GJO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C242 GJO, 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 C242 GJO registered?

C242 GJO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 26 March 1986.

Is C242 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C242 GJO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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