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E720 UUX

1987 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

19,802 mi
Last recorded19,802 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ30521,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE720 UUX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 19,802 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 19,713 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 19,619 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 19,410 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 19,325 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 19,325 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 18,943 miles

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Pass 7 Oct 2020 18,888 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 18,311 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 17,509 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 17,509 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2015 17,366 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 17,366 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,142 miles

rear tyre "aged" recommend replacement.

Fail 18 Apr 2013 16,107 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 15,556 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 15,322 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 15,322 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,969 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,854 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 14,836 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 14,815 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 14,800 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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E720 UUX is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 21,740 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E720 UUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E720 UUX registered?

E720 UUX is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E720 UUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E720 UUX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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