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N859 FMB

1996 Kawasaki GPZ305

Blue Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,210 mi
Last recorded17,210 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ30517,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN859 FMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 17,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 16,949 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 16,949 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 16,942 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 16,938 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 16,938 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,938 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 16,764 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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N859 FMB is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Blue with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 17,039 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N859 FMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N859 FMB registered?

N859 FMB is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N859 FMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N859 FMB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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