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N955 TPB

1996 Kawasaki Eliminator

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,079 mi
Last recorded28,079 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator21,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN955 TPB
MakeKawasaki
ModelEliminator
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 28,079 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer leaking from the mounting bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 27,983 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 27,852 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front suspension has reduced damping effect

front tyre badly cracking

front wheel when rotated slightly noisey maybe start of wheel bearing noise

o/s/r swing arm looks to have a pre manufactured hole in it, maybe for a drain hole!!!!

Fail 14 Mar 2020 27,852 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front suspension has reduced damping effect

front tyre badly cracking

front wheel when rotated slightly noisey maybe start of wheel bearing noise

o/s/r swing arm looks to have a pre manufactured hole in it, maybe for a drain hole!!!!

Pass 22 Jun 2013 27,104 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 24,539 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 24,251 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 24,246 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 23,525 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 23,525 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 17,795 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 17,794 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 16,824 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Eliminator?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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N955 TPB is a 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 21,475 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 Eliminator fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N955 TPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Eliminator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Eliminator is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N955 TPB?

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What year was N955 TPB registered?

N955 TPB is a 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N955 TPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N955 TPB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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