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N518 JVL

1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,172 mi
Last recorded53,172 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ110029,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN518 JVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 53,172 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 51,840 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 51,798 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 51,074 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 51,017 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 51,015 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 50,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,933 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 48,803 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 48,592 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 47,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 47,370 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 46,504 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 46,379 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 45,205 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 42,418 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 42,418 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 33,784 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 24,064 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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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N518 JVL is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 N518 JVL, 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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What year was N518 JVL registered?

N518 JVL is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 13 November 1995.

Is N518 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N518 JVL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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