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N417 BNW

1995 Kawasaki Gpz

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,069 mi
Last recorded51,069 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Gpz28,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN417 BNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,069 miles

Nearside mirror missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 51,061 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 51,048 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside mirror missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,642 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 41,639 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 41,639 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 40,476 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 38,543 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 36,319 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N417 BNW is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 28,549 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 N417 BNW, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N417 BNW registered?

N417 BNW is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 10 October 1995.

Is N417 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N417 BNW shows 9 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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