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F488 STF

1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

47,954 mi
Last recorded47,954 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ100036,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 STF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2008 47,954 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2008 47,882 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front offside caliper very slightly sticking.

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2007 47,496 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 47,298 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2007 47,298 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 44,914 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2006 44,914 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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F488 STF is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F488 STF, 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.

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What year was F488 STF registered?

F488 STF is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F488 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 STF shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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