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P687 DRB

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

43,471 mi
Last recorded43,471 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP687 DRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 43,471 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 43,471 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 40,809 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 40,802 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 39,611 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Feb 2018 39,611 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 38,381 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 38,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear tyre has cuts in tread but not deep enough too reach cords

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2007 36,485 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 36,457 miles

Inner Front Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Outer Front Upper Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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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P687 DRB is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 P687 DRB, 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 P687 DRB registered?

P687 DRB is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P687 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P687 DRB shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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