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R157 AOW

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,935 mi
Last recorded46,935 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 AOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2012 46,935 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2012 46,935 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 46,064 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 46,792 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 44,262 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 53,412 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 43,175 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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R157 AOW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R157 AOW, 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 R157 AOW registered?

R157 AOW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R157 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 AOW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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