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F78 JBB

1988 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,147 mi
Last recorded38,147 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ75030,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF78 JBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 38,147 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 38,140 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 38,122 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 38,118 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 37,909 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 37,319 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2010 37,319 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 May 2009 35,728 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2008 34,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 May 2008 34,090 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 32,268 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2007 32,268 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2006 31,087 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 6 May 2006 31,087 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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F78 JBB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F78 JBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F78 JBB registered?

F78 JBB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F78 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F78 JBB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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