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G389 OFR

1990 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

34,985 mi
Last recorded34,985 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Gpz27,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG389 OFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 34,985 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside front handlebar slightly bent

Fail 18 Nov 2008 34,983 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside front handlebar slightly bent

rear sprocket carrier bearing has free play

Pass 5 Oct 2007 32,112 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

flashers flashing fast

rear indicators close together

Fail 28 Sep 2007 32,112 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

flashers flashing fast

rear indicators close together

Fail 22 Sep 2007 32,112 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake rod excessively damaged (3.2.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 28,850 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 28,849 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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G389 OFR is a 1990 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 27,864 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G389 OFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G389 OFR?

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What year was G389 OFR registered?

G389 OFR is a 1990 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 2 April 1990.

Is G389 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G389 OFR shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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