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A430 TYU

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,591 mi
Last recorded53,591 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA430 TYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 53,591 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 53,530 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 53,530 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 52,983 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 52,983 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride cotter pin missing at rear axle nut (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 52,774 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 51,308 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 49,796 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?

Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
665
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 108
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 32
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A430 TYU is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 37,745 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A430 TYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ550 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A430 TYU registered?

A430 TYU is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 28 January 1984.

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