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C976 VLR

1986 Kawasaki GPZ550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,640 mi
Last recorded49,640 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ55039,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC976 VLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 49,640 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 49,297 miles

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)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,859 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive lower bush (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 48,803 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 48,796 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 48,789 miles

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)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 48,022 miles

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)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 48,022 miles

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)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 47,094 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 46,958 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 46,765 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,540 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 46,359 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 46,356 miles

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)

Fail 29 Jul 2006 46,326 miles

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.

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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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.

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