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J189 OOD

1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,254 mi
Last recorded54,254 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ189 OOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 54,254 miles

Loose buttons on o/s front disc.

Pass 13 Jun 2024 52,898 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 52,477 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 52,477 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 51,493 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 50,531 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 49,028 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 49,028 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 47,420 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2011 47,420 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2005 47,402 miles

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

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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J189 OOD is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 33,033 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 J189 OOD, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J189 OOD is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 28 May 1992.

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