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N601 OWO

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,680 mi
Last recorded19,680 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN601 OWO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 19,680 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 19,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 19,625 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Apr 2018 19,625 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 19,249 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 18,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 17,878 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 17,406 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 16,829 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 16,813 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 16,813 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 16,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2009 16,340 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 16,176 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 15,199 miles

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

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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N601 OWO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N601 OWO, 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.

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What year was N601 OWO registered?

N601 OWO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 27 March 1996.

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