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N842 WDO

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,825 mi
Last recorded11,825 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN842 WDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 11,825 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 11,825 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 11,617 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 11,613 miles

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

Slight front brake bind

Pass 30 Nov 2012 11,586 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 10,287 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 10,110 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 9,131 miles

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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N842 WDO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N842 WDO, 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 N842 WDO registered?

N842 WDO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 17 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N842 WDO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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