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A690 JEC

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

31,260 mi
Last recorded31,260 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA690 JEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 31,260 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 31,245 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 31,245 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 31,232 miles

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 27,385 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2006 27,385 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 24,778 miles

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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A690 JEC is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A690 JEC, 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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A690 JEC is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A690 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A690 JEC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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