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N293 DRJ

1996 Kawasaki Gpz

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,412 mi
Last recorded39,412 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Gpz26,258 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN293 DRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 39,412 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 38,332 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,710 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 36,710 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 36,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 35,181 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 35,181 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 34,278 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 33,490 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 32,937 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 30,558 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 30,558 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 May 2006 27,607 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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N293 DRJ is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 26,258 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N293 DRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N293 DRJ is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 2 May 1996.

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