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N522 NBW

1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

45,460 mi
Last recorded45,460 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ110029,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN522 NBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 45,460 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 45,077 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 45,077 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,061 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 44,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 41,211 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,427 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 34,019 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 33,030 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 316,042 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 30,018 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

rear foot brake lever has has slightly more travel than normal indicating some adjustment is required

Pass 1 Jun 2012 29,929 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 28,699 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 25,658 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 25,658 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2009 22,397 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 20,498 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2008 20,465 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2007 20,194 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 19,696 miles

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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N522 NBW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N522 NBW, 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 N522 NBW?

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What year was N522 NBW registered?

N522 NBW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N522 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N522 NBW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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