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J882 BGP

1991 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,689 mi
Last recorded33,689 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ30524,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ882 BGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 33,689 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2026 33,689 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 33,608 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 33,209 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 33,145 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 33,118 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 32,630 miles

wear rear tyre borderline

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,207 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 31,590 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,656 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 29,862 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 May 2012 29,857 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,336 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 28,529 miles

slight bind front brake

Pass 2 Apr 2009 28,292 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 27,240 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
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J882 BGP is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 24,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J882 BGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J882 BGP registered?

J882 BGP is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J882 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J882 BGP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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