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F87 XAH

1988 Kawasaki GPZ305

Red Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,152 mi
Last recorded29,152 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ30524,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF87 XAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 29,152 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Nearside front inner pad deteriorated? (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted Rear brake control rod and condition of other items ? (3.1.5)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 29,152 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Nearside front inner pad deteriorated? (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted Rear brake control rod and condition of other items ? (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 27,901 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 27,075 miles

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2007 24,148 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 24,148 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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F87 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Red with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 24,148 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F87 XAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F87 XAH registered?

F87 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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