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E447 KRT

1988 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

19,603 mi
Last recorded19,603 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ30524,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE447 KRT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 19,603 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,111 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 19,107 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 18,651 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 18,651 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 17,175 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 16,178 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,615 miles

advise wiring in poor condition at front

Pass 17 Oct 2007 14,389 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 14,331 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 14,152 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2005 13,872 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 13,871 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Oct 2005 13,871 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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E447 KRT is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 24,148 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E447 KRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E447 KRT registered?

E447 KRT is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 7 July 1988.

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