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L523 GUD

1994 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,135 mi
Last recorded18,135 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2013
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ30524,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL523 GUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2013 18,135 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,135 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 17,856 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 17,820 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

ignition switch intermittent

wiring loom trapped by steering

Pass 3 Mar 2007 17,696 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 17,633 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 17,633 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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L523 GUD is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 24,478 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L523 GUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L523 GUD registered?

L523 GUD is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 12 January 1994.

Is L523 GUD safe to buy?

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