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C434 GVU

1986 Kawasaki Eliminator

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,229 mi
Last recorded33,229 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki Eliminator20,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC434 GVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEliminator
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 33,229 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 33,207 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 33,207 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 31,404 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 31,264 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 29,590 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 29,585 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 28,453 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,134 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,969 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 34,856 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 34,610 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 33,884 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Eliminator?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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C434 GVU is a 1986 Kawasaki Eliminator in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki Eliminator models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 20,795 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 Eliminator fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C434 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Eliminator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki Eliminator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C434 GVU registered?

C434 GVU is a 1986 Kawasaki Eliminator, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C434 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C434 GVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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