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D968 DTS

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,901 mi
Last recorded27,901 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD968 DTS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 27,901 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

pass light not working

Pass 27 Jun 2020 27,685 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,183 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 27,082 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 27,082 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 26,911 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 26,700 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,227 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 26,227 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 25,558 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 24,885 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,468 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 24,281 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 24,278 miles

Rear Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

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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D968 DTS is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 35,654 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 D968 DTS, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D968 DTS registered?

D968 DTS is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 24 October 1986.

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The MOT history for D968 DTS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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