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C865 GVX

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,994 mi
Last recorded42,994 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ75030,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC865 GVX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 42,994 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 42,994 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2016 48,657 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 42,612 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

erar brake calppar worn

Pass 31 May 2014 42,038 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,989 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 41,930 miles

rear brake caliper able to contact exhuast, recommend adjusting position.

left side hand grip twisting on bar.

Fail 5 Apr 2012 41,919 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

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

Rear brake caliper able to contact exhaust, recommend adjusting position.

left side hand grip twisting on bar.

Fail 8 Apr 2011 41,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 41,504 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 40,766 miles

Chain guard missing

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 39,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 39,064 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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C865 GVX is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 30,441 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 GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C865 GVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C865 GVX registered?

C865 GVX is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 21 August 1985.

Is C865 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C865 GVX 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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