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DNH 836X

1982 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,379 mi
Last recorded38,379 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ55039,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNH 836X
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 38,379 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,888 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 36,726 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 35,802 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2014 35,233 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2013 33,585 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 31,608 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 31,606 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 29,955 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 29,937 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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DNH 836X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 39,604 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 DNH 836X, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DNH 836X?

You can check the full history of DNH 836X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DNH 836X registered?

DNH 836X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 17 February 1982.

Is DNH 836X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNH 836X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DNH 836X have outstanding finance?

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