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R527 KFS

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,199 mi
Last recorded26,199 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ110024,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR527 KFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 26,199 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively slight movement in rear suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 26,199 miles

Offside Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively slight movement in rear suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2016 24,581 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 24,581 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 24,426 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 23,191 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 23,191 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,107 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 20,047 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 17,884 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 17,335 miles

Very slight play at rear suspension linkage

Very slight roughness at steering head bearings

Pass 28 May 2009 16,905 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 16,457 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 16,008 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 16,008 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,607 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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R527 KFS is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R527 KFS, 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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R527 KFS is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 15 May 1998.

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