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N188 NHR

1996 Kawasaki Unknown

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,160 mi
Last recorded24,160 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Unknown21,211 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN188 NHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,160 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 23,821 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 23,297 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 23,283 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 23,266 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working front brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 21,857 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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N188 NHR is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,211 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N188 NHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N188 NHR registered?

N188 NHR is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N188 NHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N188 NHR shows 6 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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