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C961 ETT

1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,079 mi
Last recorded45,079 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R32,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC961 ETT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 45,079 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2009 45,079 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2009 45,070 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 43,807 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 43,805 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 43,596 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750R?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Horn not working 8
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C961 ETT is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 32,420 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 GPZ750R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C961 ETT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C961 ETT registered?

C961 ETT is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 1 April 1986.

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