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B474 UFJ

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,474 mi
Last recorded32,474 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB474 UFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 32,474 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 32,474 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 32,285 miles

Centre Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jul 2016 32,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,021 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 31,931 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 31,583 miles

Fork legs pitted.

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,282 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 30,634 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,332 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 30,332 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 May 2009 30,292 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2009 30,292 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 30,201 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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B474 UFJ is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Silver with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B474 UFJ, 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 B474 UFJ registered?

B474 UFJ is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 18 September 1984.

Is B474 UFJ safe to buy?

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