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N478 AKP

1996 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,997 mi
Last recorded51,997 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Gpz26,258 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN478 AKP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 51,997 miles

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)

Fail 21 May 2016 51,993 miles

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))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 51,885 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 51,041 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 51,041 miles

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)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 49,251 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 49,251 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2011 19,999 miles

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))

Pass 31 Jul 2010 18,790 miles

rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,139 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 15,814 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 47,041 miles

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)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 45,048 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 45,048 miles

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.

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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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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