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C550 WGV

1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R

Blue Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,373 mi
Last recorded55,373 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2006
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R39,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC550 WGV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ900R
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2006 55,373 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake calipars binding on slightly.

Fail 1 Oct 2005 55,345 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ900R?

Based on 13,133 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 250
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 169
Horn not working 120
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 117
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C550 WGV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R in Blue with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 39,834 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 GPZ900R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C550 WGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ900R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C550 WGV registered?

C550 WGV is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ900R, first registered on 3 May 1986.

Is C550 WGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C550 WGV shows 2 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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