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J657 JHR

1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,911 mi
Last recorded61,911 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R33,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ657 JHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 61,911 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 61,089 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 59,753 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 59,753 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 58,583 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 58,312 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 57,172 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 55,577 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 54,475 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 53,636 miles

Front brakes slightly binding

Rear brake slight tight spot

Pass 30 Jul 2014 52,539 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 50,835 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 49,702 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 47,856 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 45,661 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 42,945 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2009 42,938 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 40,167 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 39,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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J657 JHR is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 J657 JHR, 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 J657 JHR registered?

J657 JHR is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 27 January 1992.

Is J657 JHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J657 JHR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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