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B474 YYR

1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,134 mi
Last recorded8,134 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R38,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB474 YYR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 8,134 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 8,100 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 8,100 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 8,056 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 7,905 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 7,834 miles

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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B474 YYR is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 38,127 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 B474 YYR, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B474 YYR?

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What year was B474 YYR registered?

B474 YYR is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 21 June 1985.

Is B474 YYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B474 YYR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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