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D859 ARF

1986 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,585 mi
Last recorded47,585 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GPZ55039,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD859 ARF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 47,585 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 47,585 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,011 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 47,011 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 46,443 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 45,713 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 45,018 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 45,018 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 19 Jul 2008 44,195 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 44,195 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 41,822 miles

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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D859 ARF is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 D859 ARF, 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 D859 ARF registered?

D859 ARF is a 1986 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D859 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D859 ARF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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