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N549 BME

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,603 mi
Last recorded37,603 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN549 BME
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 37,603 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 37,166 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 36,391 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 35,324 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 34,637 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 34,263 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 34,050 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 32,911 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 32,414 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 31,938 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 30,361 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 30,361 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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N549 BME is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N549 BME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N549 BME registered?

N549 BME is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N549 BME safe to buy?

The MOT history for N549 BME shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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