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C408 XLO

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,933 mi
Last recorded45,933 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC408 XLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 45,933 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 41,604 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 40,684 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 39,563 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,600 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 May 2015 32,600 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 May 2014 31,914 miles

oil on and around rear shock but is covered by a gaitor so unable to determin if leaking or not

rear brake disc slightly pitted

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1000?

Based on 3,748 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
376
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 72
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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C408 XLO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 35,654 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C408 XLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C408 XLO registered?

C408 XLO is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C408 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C408 XLO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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