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G119 GNG

1989 Kawasaki KR1

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,736 mi
Last recorded18,736 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KR117,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG119 GNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 18,736 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 17,165 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 16,667 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 16,664 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,337 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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G119 GNG is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,162 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 KR1 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G119 GNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G119 GNG registered?

G119 GNG is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G119 GNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G119 GNG 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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