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R287 WAM

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

19,149 mi
Last recorded19,149 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ110024,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 WAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2026 19,149 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected THROTTLE STICKING ON. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 10,837 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 1,495 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 1,495 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 1,008 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 1,008 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 47,307 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 47,224 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 47,220 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 25 May 2016 43,744 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive play on cush drive. (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 42,717 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 42,713 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,365 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 40,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 38,318 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 36,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 34,749 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 34,749 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 32,130 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 30,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 29,006 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 27,229 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 26,400 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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R287 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 24,285 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 R287 WAM, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R287 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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