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YKR 279X

1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,777 mi
Last recorded32,777 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ110031,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKR 279X
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 32,777 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,769 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 32,769 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,540 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 32,540 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,357 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 31,261 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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YKR 279X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,092 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 YKR 279X, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of YKR 279X?

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What year was YKR 279X registered?

YKR 279X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YKR 279X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKR 279X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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