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C510 FWU

1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,510 mi
Last recorded38,510 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ100035,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC510 FWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 38,510 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2010 38,510 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2008 37,615 miles

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

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

righthand switch loose on bar

Fail 19 Dec 2008 37,615 miles

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

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

righthand switch loose on bar

Pass 1 Dec 2007 36,662 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 36,202 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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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C510 FWU is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C510 FWU, 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.

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What year was C510 FWU registered?

C510 FWU is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C510 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C510 FWU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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