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B761 GAM

1985 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,347 mi
Last recorded40,347 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ55037,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB761 GAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 40,347 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 40,221 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 39,528 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 38,811 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 38,800 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 38,781 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,258 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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B761 GAM is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 37,260 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 B761 GAM, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B761 GAM registered?

B761 GAM is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 21 May 1985.

Is B761 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B761 GAM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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