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N959 TAY

1996 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,983 mi
Last recorded16,983 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Gpz26,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN959 TAY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 16,983 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 14,893 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall beginning to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

cushion drive rubbers slightly worn

Pass 26 Apr 2021 14,312 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2020 13,789 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 13,390 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 12,635 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 12,207 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 11,549 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 10,886 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,292 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 9,693 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 8,887 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 8,644 miles

Offside front fork slight misting of oil

Fail 31 Jul 2010 8,644 miles

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

Front brake slightly sticking

Offside front fork slight misting of oil

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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N959 TAY is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N959 TAY, 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 N959 TAY registered?

N959 TAY is a 1996 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 15 July 1996.

Is N959 TAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N959 TAY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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