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N829 OYU

1996 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,379 mi
Last recorded19,379 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Gpz26,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN829 OYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 19,379 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 25,252 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 18,852 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 18,852 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 15,165 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,016 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 12,971 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 12,414 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,818 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 11,818 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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N829 OYU is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N829 OYU, 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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What year was N829 OYU registered?

N829 OYU is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 9 April 1996.

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