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P858 KWE

1996 Kawasaki GT750

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,632 mi
Last recorded48,632 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT75043,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 KWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 48,632 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame front tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 48,632 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame front tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 46,605 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied both levers rubbing on fairing (1.1.2 (d))

left hand handle bar has slight movement

rear tyre covered in oil etc

Fail 6 Jun 2022 46,578 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied both levers rubbing on fairing (1.1.2 (d))

left hand handle bar has slight movement

rear tyre covered in oil etc

Fail 1 Jun 2021 46,547 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working rear lever switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear tyre showing signs off damage

Pass 19 Jul 2019 46,370 miles

Engine Idle speed slightly erratic

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak around gear change shaft

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 44,061 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy rattling from pipes (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded mudguard bracket (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 41,604 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded front mudguard bracket (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded rear mudguard bracket (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

slight play in nearside handlebar mount

tyre pressures low

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,019 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 37,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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)

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

rear shock absorber gas pressure low

Pass 24 Jul 2014 37,019 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 37,019 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 33,949 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 31,170 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 31,170 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 30,219 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 30,219 miles

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

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,539 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 22,242 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 21,061 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 19,076 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT750?

Based on 6,181 MOT tests across 920 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
920
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 147
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
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P858 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki GT750 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 43,020 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 GT750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P858 KWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GT750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P858 KWE is a 1996 Kawasaki GT750, first registered on 12 September 1996.

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