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J27 PBV

1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Black Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,425 mi
Last recorded42,425 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R32,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ27 PBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 42,425 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 42,071 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 39,929 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 37,103 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 37,103 miles

Stop lamp not working Brake control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 35,141 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,057 miles

brake control 2 (foot brake) is slightly spongy

Pass 6 Jun 2016 28,621 miles

Front brake binding slightly

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

throttle control loose

Fail 14 Aug 2014 27,086 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 27,086 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,954 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 20,815 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 20,815 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 16,724 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 16,724 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,924 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 13,924 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 12,884 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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J27 PBV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Black with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 J27 PBV, 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 J27 PBV registered?

J27 PBV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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The MOT history for J27 PBV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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