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F397 JFM

1989 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

54,671 mi
Last recorded54,671 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki Gpz40,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF397 JFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 54,671 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

REAR TYRE HAS OIL ON IT

Pass 4 Jul 2022 53,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 22 Apr 2021 53,517 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 50,495 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 50,495 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake leaver (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 49,542 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 49,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,855 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 47,852 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 47,057 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 47,053 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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F397 JFM is a 1989 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 40,500 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F397 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F397 JFM is a 1989 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 28 April 1989.

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