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F418 NBW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,776 mi
Last recorded40,776 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ100036,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF418 NBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 40,776 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 38,929 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 38,451 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,760 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 36,215 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,847 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 35,752 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 35,747 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 35,597 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1000?

Based on 3,748 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 72
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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F418 NBW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 36,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F418 NBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F418 NBW?

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What year was F418 NBW registered?

F418 NBW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F418 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F418 NBW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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