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B43 BVL

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,829 mi
Last recorded29,829 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB43 BVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 29,829 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 29,828 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 48,318 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 29,676 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 29,572 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 29,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2005 29,469 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 29,467 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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B43 BVL is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 B43 BVL, 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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B43 BVL is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 September 1984.

Is B43 BVL safe to buy?

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