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B499 LAO

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R

White Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,708 mi
Last recorded39,708 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2010
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R45,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB499 LAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2010 39,708 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 37,682 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 37,682 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 33,847 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750R?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Horn not working 8
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B499 LAO is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R in White with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 45,556 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 GPZ750R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B499 LAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B499 LAO registered?

B499 LAO is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 7 June 1985.

Is B499 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B499 LAO 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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