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C987 RNR

1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

34,968 mi
Last recorded34,968 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R32,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC987 RNR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 34,968 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 34,831 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 34,831 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 34,505 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 34,505 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 34,180 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 34,087 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 34,087 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working front switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 33,968 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 33,968 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 33,724 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 33,086 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2015 32,795 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 32,468 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Mar 2014 32,468 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2013 30,321 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 29,747 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 29,747 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2010 29,072 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 May 2010 29,072 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2008 28,609 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 28,115 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 28,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 27,440 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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C987 RNR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 C987 RNR, 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.

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What year was C987 RNR registered?

C987 RNR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 1 April 1986.

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