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G272 REA

1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

34,867 mi
Last recorded34,867 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG272 REA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 34,867 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 34,862 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 34,858 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 34,858 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 34,826 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 34,792 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 34,792 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 34,624 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Oct 2015 34,609 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 34,541 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 34,471 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front roller brake test indicates earl signs of brake binding

Pass 6 Oct 2012 34,365 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 34,365 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 34,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 33,679 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 33,676 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 May 2009 33,341 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 33,135 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 33,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 32,777 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 32,212 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ900R?

Based on 13,133 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 250
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 169
Horn not working 120
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 117
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G272 REA is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 33,645 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 GPZ900R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G272 REA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ900R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G272 REA registered?

G272 REA is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 22 March 1990.

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The MOT history for G272 REA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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