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E249 CBB

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,394 mi
Last recorded47,394 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE249 CBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2012 47,394 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 47,394 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 39,054 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 31,288 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 27,856 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 27,856 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 27,339 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 25,347 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2006 25,347 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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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E249 CBB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 36,973 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 E249 CBB, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E249 CBB registered?

E249 CBB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 21 January 1988.

Is E249 CBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E249 CBB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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