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C98 YEO

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,254 mi
Last recorded26,254 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC98 YEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2024 26,254 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 25,514 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel gauge inoperative

Pass 8 Dec 2020 25,407 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 25,401 miles

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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C98 YEO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 35,654 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 C98 YEO, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C98 YEO registered?

C98 YEO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 10 July 1986.

Is C98 YEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C98 YEO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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