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M548 MDV

1995 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

57,002 mi
Last recorded57,002 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Gpz28,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM548 MDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 57,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2018 57,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,766 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 51,464 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,216 miles

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

gear linkage worn

Fail 30 Apr 2015 47,216 miles

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

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

gear linkage worn

Pass 30 May 2014 45,091 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 45,060 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

front tyre could be fitted wrong ?? or brake ??

Pass 20 May 2013 42,454 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 42,345 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

rear drive sprocket worn

Pass 9 May 2012 36,801 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 36,781 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 59,842 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 58,798 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2010 58,798 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 58,734 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 58,734 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 58,486 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 58,331 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2006 58,073 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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M548 MDV is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 28,549 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 M548 MDV, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M548 MDV is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 10 April 1995.

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