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F378 SMD

1988 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,998 mi
Last recorded18,998 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2009
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ30524,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF378 SMD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2009 18,998 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 18,998 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 17,317 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 17,304 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2007 16,455 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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F378 SMD is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 24,148 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 F378 SMD, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F378 SMD registered?

F378 SMD is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 21 December 1988.

Is F378 SMD safe to buy?

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