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N122 MCW

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,176 mi
Last recorded62,176 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN122 MCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2013 62,176 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 62,071 miles

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 54,905 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2012 54,880 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 46,143 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 38,995 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 38,971 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,934 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 32,137 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 32,111 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,352 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 23,844 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N122 MCW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 26,681 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 GPZ900R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N122 MCW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N122 MCW registered?

N122 MCW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 6 July 1996.

Is N122 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N122 MCW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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