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R137 HDF

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,245 mi
Last recorded62,245 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 HDF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 62,245 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 61,283 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 61,276 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 60,743 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 59,386 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,516 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 57,516 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 52,019 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2007 52,019 miles

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

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 47,716 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 42,899 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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R137 HDF is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R137 HDF, 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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R137 HDF is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 11 August 1997.

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