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B946 TVM

1985 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,784 mi
Last recorded49,784 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ110030,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB946 TVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 49,784 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 49,240 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 48,306 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 47,628 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 46,270 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 44,845 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 43,905 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 43,112 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 42,551 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 41,687 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 40,732 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,115 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 37,743 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,737 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 35,524 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 35,352 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 35,349 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/side footrest hanger cracked

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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B946 TVM is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 30,313 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 B946 TVM, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B946 TVM registered?

B946 TVM is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 9 April 1985.

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The MOT history for B946 TVM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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