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C983 VLR

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,195 mi
Last recorded31,195 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC983 VLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 31,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 31,177 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 31,073 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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C983 VLR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 39,834 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 C983 VLR, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C983 VLR registered?

C983 VLR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 22 May 1986.

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The MOT history for C983 VLR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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