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C295 JBW

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,246 mi
Last recorded33,246 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC295 JBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 33,246 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 33,246 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,953 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 31,486 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 13,342 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 31,136 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 23,929 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,826 miles

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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C295 JBW is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 C295 JBW, 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 C295 JBW registered?

C295 JBW is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 2 May 1986.

Is C295 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C295 JBW 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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