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B530 UCX

1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,372 mi
Last recorded48,372 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R37,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB530 UCX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 48,372 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 47,488 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 47,488 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 47,168 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 46,042 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2021 44,339 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 43,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 42,928 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 42,795 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 42,548 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 41,865 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 41,865 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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B530 UCX is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 37,636 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 B530 UCX, 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 42 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B530 UCX registered?

B530 UCX is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B530 UCX safe to buy?

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