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S956 BHR

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,933 mi
Last recorded42,933 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ110024,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS956 BHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 42,933 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 42,542 miles

brake pads movment in calipers front , but are secure

Fail 10 May 2024 42,542 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

brake pads movment in calipers front , but are secure

Pass 17 Apr 2023 41,573 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 41,162 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 40,937 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 40,601 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 40,321 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 39,775 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 39,075 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 38,317 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 37,921 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 37,472 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,718 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 35,773 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 34,022 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,140 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 32,138 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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))

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

clutch fluid excessivly low

Pass 3 Apr 2008 28,535 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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S956 BHR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 S956 BHR, 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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S956 BHR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 3 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S956 BHR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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