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CYJ 798Y

1997 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,328 mi
Last recorded32,328 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ55034,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYJ 798Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,328 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2013 32,017 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,631 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 31,612 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 May 2008 31,455 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 30,150 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,150 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 29,268 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 29,234 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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CYJ 798Y is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 34,043 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 CYJ 798Y, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CYJ 798Y registered?

CYJ 798Y is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is CYJ 798Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYJ 798Y shows 9 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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