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HKM 859Y

1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

464 mi
Last recorded464 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2006
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ110031,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKM 859Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2006 464 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 464 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1100?

Based on 6,363 MOT tests across 905 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
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HKM 859Y is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,092 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 GPZ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HKM 859Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HKM 859Y registered?

HKM 859Y is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is HKM 859Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKM 859Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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