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B53 WVG

1996 Kawasaki GPZ750R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,177 mi
Last recorded18,177 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB53 WVG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 18,177 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,052 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 18,051 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 16,588 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2008 16,569 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 16,215 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 16,152 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 16,152 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750R?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Horn not working 8
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B53 WVG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ750R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ750R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B53 WVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B53 WVG registered?

B53 WVG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is B53 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B53 WVG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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