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F897 SNV

1988 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,397 mi
Last recorded31,397 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ75030,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF897 SNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 31,397 miles

Front tyre side wall cracked ,no date code . Needs changing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,103 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 30,960 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 30,860 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion will need new seal soon (2.3.3)

Fail 1 May 2018 30,860 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion will need new seal soon (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 30,360 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Polish on both tyres ,needs cleaning off

Pass 30 Apr 2016 29,745 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,177 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 27,138 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,906 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 24,226 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 24,226 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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F897 SNV is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F897 SNV, 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 F897 SNV registered?

F897 SNV is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 11 October 1988.

Is F897 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F897 SNV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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