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F483 LAL

1989 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,935 mi
Last recorded36,935 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF483 LAL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,935 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 36,188 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 36,011 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 35,580 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 34,661 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 32,647 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 32,002 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 30,588 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 30,588 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 27,872 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 24,740 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 24,740 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 24,302 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 24,032 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 23,762 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 23,182 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 21,094 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 19,784 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 18,234 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,657 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 17,556 miles

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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F483 LAL is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 33,438 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 F483 LAL, 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 37 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 F483 LAL registered?

F483 LAL is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F483 LAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F483 LAL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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