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F170 NYY

1988 Kawasaki GPZ750

White Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ75030,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF170 NYY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 17 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 17 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 3 miles

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

Drive chain fouling another component frame lower (6.2.1d)

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

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

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear suspension component loose linkage bolt nuts (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension component loose swinging arm pivot bolt locknut (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

cuts in rear tyre

gear lever insecure

Pass 17 May 2014 40,122 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2013 38,151 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 37,877 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 37,298 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,568 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 36,024 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2006 36,291 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 36,287 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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F170 NYY is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 in White with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 F170 NYY, 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.

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F170 NYY is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 5 August 1988.

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