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D434 UAM

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,167 mi
Last recorded29,167 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD434 UAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2011 29,167 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,100 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2010 27,100 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 26,616 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 25,551 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 25,481 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,172 miles

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

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

rear brake binding

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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D434 UAM is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 36,893 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 GPZ1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D434 UAM, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D434 UAM registered?

D434 UAM is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 5 June 1987.

Is D434 UAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D434 UAM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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