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E489 HEW

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,019 mi
Last recorded22,019 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE489 HEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 22,019 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 51,732 miles

Centre stand broken off

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 51,719 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Centre stand broken off

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 49,890 miles

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2009 49,888 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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E489 HEW is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 36,893 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 E489 HEW, 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 39 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 E489 HEW registered?

E489 HEW is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 7 August 1987.

Is E489 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E489 HEW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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