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YLF 478X

1982 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,000 mi
Last recorded34,000 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ75036,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLF 478X
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 34,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 33,010 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 32,801 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 32,801 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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YLF 478X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 36,123 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 GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLF 478X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLF 478X registered?

YLF 478X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 2 July 1982.

Is YLF 478X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLF 478X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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