CarVerify

Free Car Check

E966 SKE

1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000

Black Petrol 997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,415 mi
Last recorded21,415 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ100036,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE966 SKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
View full Kawasaki GPZ1000 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 21,415 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

offside indicator flashing slightly fast

Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,570 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

fairings removed, handle bar grips deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2009 12,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 17 Oct 2009 12,885 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 12,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 1,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 21,514 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 21,514 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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
Full Kawasaki GPZ1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E966 SKE is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E966 SKE, 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

How do I check the history of E966 SKE?

You can check the full history of E966 SKE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E966 SKE registered?

E966 SKE is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E966 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E966 SKE shows 9 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.

Does E966 SKE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E966 SKE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.