MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,640 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive lower bush (2.4.B.4)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Offside pillion footrest. (6.2.1h)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
clucth operation very stiff
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?
Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.
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C976 VLR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Silver 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 C976 VLR, 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 C976 VLR registered?
C976 VLR is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 April 1986.
Is C976 VLR safe to buy?
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