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A970 UFL

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,997 mi
Last recorded58,997 miles
Recorded on10 May 2008
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA970 UFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2008 58,997 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 56,402 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 56,402 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 52,841 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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A970 UFL is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A970 UFL, 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 A970 UFL registered?

A970 UFL is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 27 June 1984.

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