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J278 BPU

1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,028 mi
Last recorded50,028 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ278 BPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 50,028 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 49,898 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 49,365 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 49,365 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 48,959 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 47,854 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 47,622 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 47,091 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 46,274 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 45,665 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 45,432 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,799 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 44,077 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 44,077 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,755 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 42,755 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 41,300 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 39,901 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

rear no plate slightly deteriorated

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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J278 BPU is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J278 BPU, 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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What year was J278 BPU registered?

J278 BPU is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 30 May 1992.

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