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D648 MYG

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

22,616 mi
Last recorded22,616 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD648 MYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 22,616 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 22,126 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 21,902 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 21,785 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 21,785 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 21,381 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 21,381 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 21,096 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 20,942 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 20,683 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 20,508 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 20,508 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 20,345 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 20,345 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 20,043 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 20,043 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 19,950 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 19,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 19,585 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 19,585 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 19,248 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,920 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 18,920 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 18,535 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 17,685 miles

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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D648 MYG is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 D648 MYG, 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 D648 MYG registered?

D648 MYG is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 13 July 1987.

Is D648 MYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D648 MYG shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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