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N488 ESX

1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,425 mi
Last recorded77,425 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ110029,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 ESX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2015 77,425 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 77,425 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 77,293 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 77,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 76,992 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 76,354 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 76,354 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 75,843 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 75,843 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 73,201 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 63,957 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 27 Jan 2006 63,953 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ1100?

Based on 6,363 MOT tests across 905 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
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N488 ESX is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 29,367 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 GPZ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N488 ESX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N488 ESX?

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What year was N488 ESX registered?

N488 ESX is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N488 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 ESX 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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