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M278 SBT

1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,659 mi
Last recorded55,659 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ110029,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM278 SBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 55,659 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 55,138 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 54,947 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 54,516 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 54,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 53,737 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 52,975 miles

Front Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 52,015 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 50,240 miles

rear tyre worn in centre section

Fail 11 Aug 2016 50,240 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies bad connection on front brake light switch, just ok at time of test (1.3.1a)

rear tyre worn in centre section

Pass 12 Aug 2015 48,628 miles

Number Plate Light Not Working

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 46,456 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 46,454 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2014 43,117 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 34,868 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Jan 2013 34,868 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

GLASS IN REAR TYRE

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 30,799 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 29,677 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 29,677 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2007 29,110 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 2,543 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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M278 SBT is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 29,752 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 M278 SBT, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M278 SBT is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 12 June 1995.

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