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E981 CBW

1988 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,735 mi
Last recorded27,735 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ75030,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE981 CBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 27,735 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 27,735 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2023 27,635 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 27,606 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 27,595 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 27,511 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 27,080 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 26,677 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,547 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 26,306 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 25,881 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 25,344 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 25,342 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,106 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 24,332 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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E981 CBW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E981 CBW, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E981 CBW registered?

E981 CBW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 14 June 1988.

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The MOT history for E981 CBW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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