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C420 LTN

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,937 mi
Last recorded28,937 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC420 LTN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 28,937 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 28,937 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 28,533 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 28,242 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,970 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 27,802 miles

Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 27,114 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 26,813 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 26,615 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 26,517 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 25,726 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,560 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 23,905 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 23,905 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 May 2010 23,546 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 22,797 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,139 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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C420 LTN is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 C420 LTN, 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 C420 LTN registered?

C420 LTN is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C420 LTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C420 LTN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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