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C662 XLM

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,811 mi
Last recorded12,811 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ100029,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC662 XLM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 12,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 12,808 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,037 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,033 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 10,767 miles

Front Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 10,445 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 10,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2008 10,433 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 10,263 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 9,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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C662 XLM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 29,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C662 XLM, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C662 XLM registered?

C662 XLM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is C662 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C662 XLM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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