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GDT 169J

1971 Kawasaki H1

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,062 mi
Last recorded24,062 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Kawasaki H119,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDT 169J
MakeKawasaki
ModelH1
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 May 2017 24,062 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 22,826 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 21,687 miles
Pass 18 May 2014 202,629 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 19,182 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2012 18,752 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2011 18,618 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 18,228 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 17,792 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 17,019 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,979 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,177 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki H1?

Based on 556 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 2
Direction indicators not working indicators failed to work 1
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 1
Brake performance not tested 1
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GDT 169J is a 1971 Kawasaki H1 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Kawasaki H1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.6% with a typical mileage of 19,341 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki H1 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDT 169J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki H1 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Kawasaki H1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GDT 169J registered?

GDT 169J is a 1971 Kawasaki H1, first registered on 2 April 1971.

Is GDT 169J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDT 169J shows 12 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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