Official DVLA Record

1997 KAWASAKI GPZ4000.4L Petrol

F173 UOT

KAWASAKI GPZ400 (1997, Petrol, 400cc) — mileage recorded at unavailable. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 24/09/2022
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
400cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 25 September 2021 resulted in no recorded defects or advisories, indicating the mechanical and structural components met minimum standards at that time. This trend of clean results suggests a baseline of maintenance that avoids major failures or recurring safety issues over the last several years. The mileage data indicates extremely low usage for a vehicle of this age. Between April 2014 and June 2020, the motorcycle covered only 1,239 miles, moving from 30,106 to 31,345 miles. The gap between the 2020 and 2021 tests shows further minimal travel, though the specific mileage for 2021 is not recorded. This pattern suggests the bike is likely stored and used only occasionally rather than for daily commuting, which often shifts the risk toward age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear and tear. Given the lack of recorded faults and the low mileage, a physical inspection must focus on components affected by long-term storage rather than use. A buyer should specifically check for cracking in fuel lines, perished rubber in the fork seals, and corrosion on the brake calipers resulting from inactivity. Because the last test was over five years ago, the current state of the tyres and the structural integrity of the frame must be verified manually to ensure no significant rust has developed since the 2021 certification.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 25 September 2021 resulted in no recorded defects or advisories, indicating the mechanical and structural components met minimum standards at that time. This trend of clean results suggests a baseline of maintenance that avoids major failures or recurring safety issues over the last several years. The mileage data indicates extremely low usage for a vehicle of this age. Between April 2014 and June 2020, the motorcycle covered only 1,239 miles, moving from 30,106 to 31,345 miles. The gap between the 2020 and 2021 tests shows further minimal travel, though the specific mileage for 2021 is not recorded. This pattern suggests the bike is likely stored and used only occasionally rather than for daily commuting, which often shifts the risk toward age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear and tear. Given the lack of recorded faults and the low mileage, a physical inspection must focus on components affected by long-term storage rather than use. A buyer should specifically check for cracking in fuel lines, perished rubber in the fork seals, and corrosion on the brake calipers resulting from inactivity. Because the last test was over five years ago, the current state of the tyres and the structural integrity of the frame must be verified manually to ensure no significant rust has developed since the 2021 certification.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Kawasaki Gpz400 (F173 UOT) from 1997 show a total of 1 MOT test between September 2021 and September 2021.

With 1 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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