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GCG 142W

1981 Kawasaki KE175

Blue Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,878 mi
Last recorded14,878 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KE17511,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCG 142W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE175
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 May 2013 14,878 miles

Front brake does not have switch fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2006 12,691 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 11,013 miles

10mm cut in o/s rear tyre

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE175?

Based on 673 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
124
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Horn not working 7
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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GCG 142W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175 in Blue with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KE175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KE175 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCG 142W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE175 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki KE175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCG 142W?

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What year was GCG 142W registered?

GCG 142W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175, first registered on 26 January 1981.

Is GCG 142W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCG 142W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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