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P843 ORJ

1997 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,112 mi
Last recorded13,112 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100040,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP843 ORJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 13,112 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 10,498 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 7,589 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 7,579 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2017 7,579 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P843 ORJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 40,868 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 P843 ORJ, 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 29 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 P843 ORJ registered?

P843 ORJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P843 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P843 ORJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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