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C817 RUF

1986 Kawasaki GT750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,786 mi
Last recorded42,786 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GT75033,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC817 RUF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT750
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2010 42,786 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyer showings signs of ageing eg cracks

Pass 3 Sep 2009 94,403 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 94,403 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 29,407 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT750?

Based on 6,181 MOT tests across 920 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
920
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 147
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
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C817 RUF is a 1986 Kawasaki GT750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 33,939 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 GT750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C817 RUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GT750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GT750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C817 RUF registered?

C817 RUF is a 1986 Kawasaki GT750, first registered on 24 April 1986.

Is C817 RUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C817 RUF shows 4 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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