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J160 PAV

1991 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

20,425 mi
Last recorded20,425 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ30524,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ160 PAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2018 20,425 miles

Fuel system component leaking tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake component insecure flexi bracket adrift (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure foot rest bracket bolt missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure foot rest /brake pedal mount bracket mount bolt missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure mounting lock nut missing split pin (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2007 28,778 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 28,776 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 27,753 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 27,752 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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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J160 PAV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 24,804 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 J160 PAV, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J160 PAV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 14 August 1991.

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