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B503 TCK

1984 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,887 mi
Last recorded44,887 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GPZ55037,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB503 TCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 44,887 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 44,844 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust slightly deteriated

Fail 13 Aug 2021 44,840 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust slightly deteriated

Pass 30 Jul 2015 44,659 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 44,486 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 44,463 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 43,831 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 43,831 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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B503 TCK 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 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 B503 TCK, 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 B503 TCK registered?

B503 TCK is a 1984 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 6 August 1984.

Is B503 TCK safe to buy?

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