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N457 KAH

1996 Kawasaki GPZ305

Blue Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,078 mi
Last recorded17,078 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ30517,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 KAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 17,078 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 16,803 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 15,738 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 15,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre puncher repair slight misshape

Pass 15 Nov 2021 14,577 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 12,288 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 12,279 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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N457 KAH is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Blue with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 17,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N457 KAH, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N457 KAH registered?

N457 KAH is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N457 KAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N457 KAH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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