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E143 XJK

1988 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,755 mi
Last recorded30,755 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ55033,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE143 XJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 30,755 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 30,755 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 30,447 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 30,348 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 29,639 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 7 May 2016 29,639 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2015 28,352 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 25,192 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 25,192 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 30,614 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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E143 XJK is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,836 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 E143 XJK, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E143 XJK registered?

E143 XJK is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 29 March 1988.

Is E143 XJK safe to buy?

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