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J197 LEJ

1991 Kawasaki Gpz

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,510 mi
Last recorded31,510 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Gpz25,491 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 LEJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 31,510 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 31,502 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 27,308 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 26,765 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 26,002 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 26,002 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2013 25,903 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,520 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 23,713 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 20,076 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 11,062 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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J197 LEJ is a 1991 Kawasaki Gpz in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 25,491 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J197 LEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J197 LEJ registered?

J197 LEJ is a 1991 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 7 August 1991.

Is J197 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J197 LEJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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