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D896 NVU

1987 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,354 mi
Last recorded3,354 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ55035,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD896 NVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 3,354 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 3,280 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 2,503 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008

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

Headlamp pattern is indistinct

Fail 21 Feb 2008

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

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

Headlamp pattern is indistinct

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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D896 NVU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 35,556 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 D896 NVU, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D896 NVU registered?

D896 NVU is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D896 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D896 NVU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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