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H256 YRB

1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

41,592 mi
Last recorded41,592 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R32,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH256 YRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 41,592 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 37,611 miles

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

headlamp beam convertor fitted at time of test

Pass 25 May 2022 37,498 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 37,498 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 36,191 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 36,191 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,672 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

frame can not be inspected proply because fairing and covers in place.front of frame showing signs of corrosion.

front brake spongy

Fail 23 Jun 2014 35,665 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

frame can not be inspected proply because fairing and covers in place.front of frame showing signs of corrosion.

front brake spongy

Pass 19 Jul 2012 35,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

gear lever retaining bolt missing.

Pass 13 Jun 2011 34,661 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 34,599 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 33,551 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 33,024 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 33,024 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2008 30,344 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 28,834 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 26,172 miles

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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H256 YRB is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 32,959 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 H256 YRB, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H256 YRB registered?

H256 YRB is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H256 YRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H256 YRB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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