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P481 MKE

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,433 mi
Last recorded58,433 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP481 MKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 58,433 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 57,199 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 55,589 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 54,581 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 54,048 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 53,770 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 52,342 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 50,538 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 48,159 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 44,612 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 39,485 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 35,997 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,893 miles

throttle control grip slightly sticky

Pass 7 Mar 2012 27,268 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 20,858 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 13,732 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 Jan 2009 4,779 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 4,677 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 4,652 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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P481 MKE is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P481 MKE, 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 P481 MKE registered?

P481 MKE is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P481 MKE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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