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E696 LTR

1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,042 mi
Last recorded24,042 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ100032,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE696 LTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 24,042 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 23,712 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 23,712 miles

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached Handle bars not seated correctly (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2023 23,557 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 23,166 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 22,617 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 22,338 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 22,337 miles

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel Leaking From Carbs (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2005 33,922 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 33,900 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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E696 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 32,874 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 E696 LTR, 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 38 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 E696 LTR registered?

E696 LTR is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E696 LTR safe to buy?

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