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D343 YUY

1987 Kawasaki GT750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,122 mi
Last recorded36,122 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT75037,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD343 YUY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT750
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 36,122 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 36,112 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 35,977 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 34,772 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 34,772 miles

Front Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure R/h spindle securing bolt missing. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative Rear lower shock mounting bolts had pannier brackets mounted to them. (5.3.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 33,662 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 33,302 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 33,294 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 33,115 miles

Front brakes are dragging slightly.

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,059 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 32,477 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,477 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 31,627 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 31,432 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 31,314 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,137 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 30,834 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 30,317 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2005 30,726 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT750?

Based on 6,181 MOT tests across 920 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
920
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 147
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
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D343 YUY is a 1987 Kawasaki GT750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 37,217 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 GT750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D343 YUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GT750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki GT750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D343 YUY registered?

D343 YUY is a 1987 Kawasaki GT750, first registered on 7 March 1987.

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The MOT history for D343 YUY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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