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C498 EFC

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,029 mi
Last recorded20,029 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2010
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC498 EFC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2010 20,029 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

fairing bracket slighty insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,532 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 18,332 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 18,318 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 17,290 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 17,281 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Outer Front Upper Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 31 May 2006 16,933 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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C498 EFC is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C498 EFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C498 EFC registered?

C498 EFC is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 29 January 1986.

Is C498 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C498 EFC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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