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D282 JRU

1987 Kawasaki GPZ750R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

19,046 mi
Last recorded19,046 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ750R38,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD282 JRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 19,046 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 18,733 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 18,331 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre perishing on sidewall, not showing ply/cord

slight coolant leak

Pass 7 Jul 2022 17,666 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 17,467 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 17,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,177 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,978 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 16,786 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 16,580 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 16,580 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 16,445 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,414 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 16,258 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 16,182 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 15,898 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 15,750 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 15,664 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 15,600 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 15,421 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 15,268 miles

crack in headlamp.. beam not affected

Pass 13 Aug 2005 15,054 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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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D282 JRU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ750R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 38,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D282 JRU, 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 39 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 D282 JRU registered?

D282 JRU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 5 June 1987.

Is D282 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D282 JRU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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