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E815 BDB

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,921 mi
Last recorded71,921 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE815 BDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 71,921 miles

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

Slight bind on front wheel

Slight play on rear mono shock pivot arm

Pass 12 Apr 2021 70,843 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 69,974 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 68,758 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 68,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 66,940 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 65,692 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 64,124 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 62,229 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 60,578 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 58,980 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 57,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 56,564 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 55,369 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 54,204 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 52,383 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 49,822 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 47,218 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight 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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E815 BDB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E815 BDB, 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 E815 BDB registered?

E815 BDB is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 25 May 1988.

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