MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,306 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fuel cap ineffective cant open (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Revs up when turning right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS
Clutch cable begining to fray - OK at present
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?
Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C494 WBY is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 C494 WBY, 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.
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What year was C494 WBY registered?
C494 WBY is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 30 May 1986.
Is C494 WBY safe to buy?
The MOT history for C494 WBY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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