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D899 NVU

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,436 mi
Last recorded68,436 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD899 NVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 68,436 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 66,596 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 64,297 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 64,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 61,988 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 59,785 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 57,749 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 57,749 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 23 May 2011 54,216 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 51,752 miles

Nearside rear indicator lens cracked

Wear in brake pedal pivot

Pass 29 May 2009 48,985 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 47,269 miles

rear disc worn

Pass 16 Jun 2006 45,437 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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D899 NVU is a 1987 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 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 36,893 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 D899 NVU, 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

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What year was D899 NVU registered?

D899 NVU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 16 February 1987.

Is D899 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D899 NVU 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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