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E979 MOT

1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,772 mi
Last recorded48,772 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R36,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE979 MOT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 48,772 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 48,510 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 47,628 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 46,959 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 45,817 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 45,816 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Side stand rubbing against chain.

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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E979 MOT is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E979 MOT, 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 E979 MOT registered?

E979 MOT is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E979 MOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E979 MOT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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