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E448 LVC

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,300 mi
Last recorded45,300 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE448 LVC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 45,300 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 44,558 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 44,558 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 44,546 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 43,766 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 43,026 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 42,997 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front shockers soft

Pass 1 Jun 2012 42,997 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front shockers soft

Pass 14 Jul 2006 42,971 miles

Bolt missing from Fork brace

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 42,971 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Bolt missing from Fork brace

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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E448 LVC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E448 LVC, 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 E448 LVC registered?

E448 LVC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 7 April 1988.

Is E448 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E448 LVC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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