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E598 KAC

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Multi-colour Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

40,980 mi
Last recorded40,980 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE598 KAC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2022 40,980 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyre cracking

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 39,327 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 36,246 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 34,496 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 36,723 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))

Fail 8 Oct 2010 36,723 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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 9 Oct 2009 32,527 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 26,569 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 19,908 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 19,106 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2005 19,045 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(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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E598 KAC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Multi-colour with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 E598 KAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E598 KAC registered?

E598 KAC is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 21 June 1988.

Is E598 KAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E598 KAC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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