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E119 KGM

1997 Kawasaki GPZ750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,378 mi
Last recorded48,378 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ75034,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE119 KGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 48,378 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 47,723 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 47,553 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Main arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 45,789 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Main swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Slight leek on exhaust

Fail 12 Apr 2016 45,758 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly Not returning (6.2.1f)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Main swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 44,021 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2015 44,013 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Jul 2014 44,013 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

oil leak from eng

warning light on

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,271 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 42,271 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 38,849 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 35,159 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 34,006 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2009 34,006 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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E119 KGM is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 34,230 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 GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E119 KGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E119 KGM is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 1 July 1997.

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