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N690 GAR

1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,863 mi
Last recorded25,863 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ110029,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN690 GAR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 25,863 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 24,982 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 24,963 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2021 24,963 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,828 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 23,273 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 23,273 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 22,962 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 22,962 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 20,352 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 20,352 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2006 18,126 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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N690 GAR 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 N690 GAR, 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.

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What year was N690 GAR registered?

N690 GAR is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 11 July 1996.

Is N690 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N690 GAR 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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