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D549 YAN

1987 Kawasaki GPX750R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,678 mi
Last recorded56,678 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2015
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPX750R38,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD549 YAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX750R
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2015 56,678 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 56,678 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 54,455 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2014 54,448 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 53,238 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 52,415 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 52,324 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre on legal limit

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 22 Jul 2011 52,313 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre on legal limit

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,896 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

both front and rear brake discs heavily corroded.

Fail 14 Jul 2010 49,881 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

both front and rear brake discs heavily corroded.

Fail 3 Jul 2010 49,868 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 48,840 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 45,710 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 41,890 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 41,890 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX750R?

Based on 3,981 MOT tests across 684 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
684
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 130
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
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D549 YAN is a 1987 Kawasaki GPX750R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPX750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 38,896 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 GPX750R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D549 YAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX750R typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPX750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D549 YAN is a 1987 Kawasaki GPX750R, first registered on 30 March 1987.

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