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D71 VCK

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,923 mi
Last recorded29,923 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD71 VCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2007 29,923 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 29,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 29,875 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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D71 VCK is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D71 VCK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D71 VCK?

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What year was D71 VCK registered?

D71 VCK is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 2 July 1987.

Is D71 VCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D71 VCK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D71 VCK have outstanding finance?

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