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H691 BES

1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

46,644 mi
Last recorded46,644 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R32,959 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH691 BES
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 46,644 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 46,644 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 46,454 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seals requires replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 46,454 miles

Headlamp aim too low Very low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seals requires replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 46,320 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 46,320 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 46,094 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear shock absorber top mount has slight movement

Pass 8 Aug 2020 45,575 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 45,556 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 45,470 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 45,340 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 44,483 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 43,792 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 43,278 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2014 43,254 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 42,561 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 42,455 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 41,942 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,892 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 40,890 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 39,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 38,582 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 36,985 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 36,985 miles

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

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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H691 BES is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 H691 BES, 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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H691 BES is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 28 June 1991.

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