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B172 PVM

1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Green Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,403 mi
Last recorded46,403 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R37,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB172 PVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 46,403 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2015 45,910 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2015 45,891 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 44,218 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 May 2010 43,257 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 43,251 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 39,140 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 39,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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B172 PVM is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Green with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 37,636 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 B172 PVM, 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 42 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B172 PVM registered?

B172 PVM is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B172 PVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B172 PVM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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