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R74 NMR

1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,039 mi
Last recorded37,039 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ110024,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 NMR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 37,039 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 36,378 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2025 36,378 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 35,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 35,287 miles

Rear wheel misaligned to offside and requires correcting

Pass 7 Aug 2021 34,125 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 133,521 miles

headlamp aim on low limit

Fail 4 Mar 2019 33,521 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

headlamp aim on low limit

Pass 5 Mar 2018 32,675 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear change lever pinch clamp slightly loose

Pass 27 Feb 2017 32,299 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear lever pinch clamp loose

headlamp aim on low limit

Pass 26 Feb 2016 26,164 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 25,709 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 26,179 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 24,727 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 24,177 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear brake light slightly sticky

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 23,367 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 22,375 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 21,349 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 17,542 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 16,991 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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R74 NMR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 24,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R74 NMR, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R74 NMR registered?

R74 NMR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ1100, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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