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N283 RDG

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,961 mi
Last recorded46,961 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN283 RDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 46,961 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 44,930 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 42,674 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Feb 2013 39,979 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2013 39,963 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 37,577 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 35,216 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 8 Feb 2011 35,168 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 32,732 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2008 30,062 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 27,979 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2007 27,964 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Feb 2007 27,952 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 26,455 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 26,439 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 28 Jan 2006 26,402 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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N283 RDG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N283 RDG, 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 N283 RDG registered?

N283 RDG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 14 May 1996.

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