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L700 KAW

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,732 mi
Last recorded23,732 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL700 KAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 23,732 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 23,223 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 22,417 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 21,484 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 20,314 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 19,878 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 19,878 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 18,333 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 15,949 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 15,266 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2017 15,266 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 14,727 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 3,017 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 11,078 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 11,072 miles

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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L700 KAW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 27,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L700 KAW, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L700 KAW registered?

L700 KAW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L700 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L700 KAW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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