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E635 KVY

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,737 mi
Last recorded22,737 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE635 KVY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2025 22,737 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2018 22,718 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 22,507 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 22,262 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 21,777 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,297 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 21,100 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 20,957 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 20,215 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 20,215 miles

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 20,027 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 20,027 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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E635 KVY is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E635 KVY, 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 E635 KVY registered?

E635 KVY is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 19 April 1988.

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