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N376 OSU

1996 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,531 mi
Last recorded28,531 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Gpz26,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN376 OSU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 28,531 miles

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

head light flash not working

Fail 24 Jul 2013 28,351 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

head light flash not working

Fail 15 Aug 2012 28,003 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 28,003 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,727 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 27,080 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 27,080 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 26,456 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 26,430 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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N376 OSU is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N376 OSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N376 OSU registered?

N376 OSU is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N376 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N376 OSU shows 9 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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