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D557 VKJ

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,577 mi
Last recorded34,577 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ100029,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD557 VKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 34,577 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 31,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 31,107 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 30,984 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,939 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,640 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,621 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake slightly spongey

front disc poor condition

front fairing slightly insecure

right hand h/bar slightly bent

Pass 28 Apr 2011 30,441 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 30,249 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 29,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 29,999 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 29,999 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 29,999 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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D557 VKJ is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 29,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D557 VKJ, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D557 VKJ registered?

D557 VKJ is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 13 March 1998.

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The MOT history for D557 VKJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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