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P508 JWL

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,723 mi
Last recorded46,723 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 JWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 46,723 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 46,723 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 45,395 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 42,924 miles

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

advise front pads freeplay worn

Fail 18 Jun 2015 42,924 miles

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

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

advise front pads freeplay worn

Pass 13 Jun 2014 39,131 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 39,126 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,118 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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P508 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P508 JWL, 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.

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What year was P508 JWL registered?

P508 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 14 July 1997.

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