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Y977 FHK

2001 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,954 mi
Last recorded50,954 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki Gpz19,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY977 FHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 50,954 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 May 2014 48,623 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 48,614 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 45,114 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 45,080 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 38,549 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Rear brake binding on slightly

Fail 8 Jul 2011 38,542 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive Chain requires lubricating

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Rear brake binding on slightly

Pass 29 Jul 2010 32,541 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 32,541 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 32,347 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 32,139 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 31,119 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 30,614 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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Y977 FHK is a 2001 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 19,336 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y977 FHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y977 FHK registered?

Y977 FHK is a 2001 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y977 FHK safe to buy?

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