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F479 BKR

1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,126 mi
Last recorded40,126 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2011
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ100032,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF479 BKR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2011 40,126 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 39,742 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 39,414 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 39,338 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 38,910 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 37,432 miles

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

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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F479 BKR is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 32,874 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 F479 BKR, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F479 BKR registered?

F479 BKR is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F479 BKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F479 BKR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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