MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,954 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
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))
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)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of F488 STF?
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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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