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K626 PDL

1992 Kawasaki Gpz

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,040 mi
Last recorded52,040 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Gpz32,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK626 PDL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 52,040 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn rear brake (3.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn recommend replace ASAP (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive recommend replace ASAP (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise, rear brake pedal travel

clutch lever stiff in operation

rear suspension slightly stiff in operation,,

Fail 3 Jun 2017 52,005 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn rear brake (3.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn recommend replace ASAP (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive recommend replace ASAP (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise, rear brake pedal travel

clutch lever stiff in operation

rear suspension slightly stiff in operation,,

Pass 29 Jun 2016 48,912 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 48,912 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 44,199 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Dec 2012 43,500 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 41,798 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2011 41,797 miles

Front Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 41,797 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2010 38,961 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 37,973 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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K626 PDL is a 1992 Kawasaki Gpz in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 32,195 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K626 PDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K626 PDL is a 1992 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 1 August 1992.

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