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D797 RKY

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,006 mi
Last recorded45,006 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD797 RKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 45,006 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 41,064 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 41,064 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 39,702 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2011 39,689 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

numberplate light out

Pass 26 May 2010 39,665 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 39,269 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 38,498 miles

front tyre tread depth 1mm

rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm

Pass 2 May 2007 36,848 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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D797 RKY is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 D797 RKY, 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 D797 RKY registered?

D797 RKY is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D797 RKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D797 RKY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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