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R686 EAW

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1053cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,802 mi
Last recorded31,802 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ110024,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR686 EAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,053cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,802 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 29,566 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake lever reserve travel at limit

Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,528 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 29,482 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 26,976 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2005 26,181 miles

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

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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R686 EAW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,053cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R686 EAW, 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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How do I check the history of R686 EAW?

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What year was R686 EAW registered?

R686 EAW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R686 EAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R686 EAW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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