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M997 BCL

1995 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,345 mi
Last recorded26,345 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100045,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM997 BCL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 26,345 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 24,519 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 21,257 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 20,665 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 20,636 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 20,004 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 19,552 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 18,748 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,686 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 18,652 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 18,514 miles

front tyre near legal limits † †slight leak on rear shock absorber

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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M997 BCL is a 1995 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 45,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M997 BCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M997 BCL registered?

M997 BCL is a 1995 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 7 January 1995.

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The MOT history for M997 BCL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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