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C227 BYK

1986 Kawasaki GPZ550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,721 mi
Last recorded13,721 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ55039,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC227 BYK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2008 13,721 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Sep 2008 13,721 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 13,712 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 13,473 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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C227 BYK 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 75%.

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 C227 BYK, 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 C227 BYK registered?

C227 BYK is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 March 1986.

Is C227 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C227 BYK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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