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R705 MGM

1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,200 mi
Last recorded36,200 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ110027,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 MGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Apr 2011 36,200 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 36,200 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 33,336 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2010 33,336 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 29,329 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 27,895 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 27,895 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 25,212 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 21,400 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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R705 MGM is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R705 MGM, 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 R705 MGM registered?

R705 MGM is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R705 MGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 MGM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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