MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,997 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged cowling loose (6.1.1a)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear suspension movement slightly stiff
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?
Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N478 AKP is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 N478 AKP, 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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N478 AKP is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 4 January 1996.
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