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P394 NVT

1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,574 mi
Last recorded47,574 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R26,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP394 NVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 47,574 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 47,554 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 47,492 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 47,103 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 46,846 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 45,958 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 45,543 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 45,543 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 44,940 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 44,188 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 44,188 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Fail 18 May 2012 44,125 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 May 2011 43,237 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 41,708 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,713 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 38,713 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 36,590 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,557 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 35,540 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 34,361 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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P394 NVT is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P394 NVT, 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 P394 NVT registered?

P394 NVT is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P394 NVT safe to buy?

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