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A297 MWD

1998 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Green Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,316 mi
Last recorded32,316 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA297 MWD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 32,316 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 32,316 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 29,756 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 29,599 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 29,583 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2007 29,252 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ900R?

Based on 13,133 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 250
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 169
Horn not working 120
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 117
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A297 MWD is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Green with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,626 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 GPZ900R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A297 MWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ900R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A297 MWD registered?

A297 MWD is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is A297 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A297 MWD shows 6 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.

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