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J682 HWS

1992 Kawasaki Gpz

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,271 mi
Last recorded48,271 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Gpz32,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ682 HWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 48,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower swinging arm link bar front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/f fairing insecure

Fail 16 Jun 2023 48,271 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower swinging arm link bar front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/f fairing insecure

Pass 10 Apr 2021 47,784 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2021 47,781 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear suspension linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front brake master cylinder clamp fitted incorrectly

Pass 10 Sep 2019 47,481 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 46,786 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 46,329 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 45,417 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 44,068 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 42,802 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 41,711 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,963 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 38,963 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 38,136 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 37,812 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 37,033 miles

speedo cable broken

Fail 23 Aug 2007 37,025 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 36,089 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 36,089 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 8 Sep 2005 33,520 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 33,520 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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J682 HWS is a 1992 Kawasaki Gpz in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 32,195 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J682 HWS, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J682 HWS registered?

J682 HWS is a 1992 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 27 May 1992.

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