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G38 WKK

1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,872 mi
Last recorded48,872 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG38 WKK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 48,872 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,195 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 48,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 48,156 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 42,672 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,716 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 40,716 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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G38 WKK is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 G38 WKK, 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 G38 WKK registered?

G38 WKK is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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