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BDZ 3245

1986 Kawasaki GPZ550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,507 mi
Last recorded36,507 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2006
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ55039,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDZ 3245
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2006 36,507 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 36,507 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 31,251 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2005 31,247 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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BDZ 3245 is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Silver with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 39,098 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 BDZ 3245, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDZ 3245 registered?

BDZ 3245 is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is BDZ 3245 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDZ 3245 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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