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E254 GBJ

1987 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,311 mi
Last recorded22,311 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ55035,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 GBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 22,311 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 9 May 2008 36,028 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 36,028 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 May 2007 34,774 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 34,774 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 6 May 2006 33,842 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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E254 GBJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E254 GBJ, 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.

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What year was E254 GBJ registered?

E254 GBJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E254 GBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 GBJ shows 6 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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