1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Gpz305 models manufactured in 1990, based on 66 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 MOT Analysis
The 1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 has an MOT pass rate of 65.2% based on 66 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 33,127 miles on the odometer. With a 34.8% failure rate, the 1990 Gpz305 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 is Motorcycle wheels, responsible for 1.5% of failures. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs range from £100–400 per wheel.
Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Gpz305 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 33,127 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.46 | 1.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 has an MOT pass rate of 65.2% based on 66 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 33,127 miles on the odometer. With a 34.8% failure rate, the 1990 Gpz305 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Kawasaki Gpz305, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle wheels: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 33,127 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle wheels — 1.5% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 1990 Kawasaki Gpz305 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.