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J179 MBA

1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,896 mi
Last recorded38,896 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R32,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ179 MBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 38,896 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 38,429 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 36,123 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 34,571 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 31,064 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey minor leak at mufflers to collector not considered excessive (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 28,918 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 28,604 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,454 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 28,357 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 28,121 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 27,789 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 27,712 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,205 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 26,695 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 26,218 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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J179 MBA is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J179 MBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J179 MBA registered?

J179 MBA is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 2 August 1991.

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