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CVN 688Y

1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,053 mi
Last recorded21,053 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ110033,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVN 688Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 21,053 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 21,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 21,043 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to right (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1100?

Based on 6,363 MOT tests across 905 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
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CVN 688Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,482 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 GPZ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CVN 688Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CVN 688Y registered?

CVN 688Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 1 January 1983.

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The MOT history for CVN 688Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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