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B171 MAV

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,481 mi
Last recorded35,481 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB171 MAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2023 35,481 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 35,453 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2014 34,566 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 31,054 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 30,594 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 28,280 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 27,687 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 27,257 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 26,981 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 26,494 miles

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

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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B171 MAV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 39,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B171 MAV, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B171 MAV registered?

B171 MAV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 20 June 1986.

Is B171 MAV safe to buy?

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