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E71 LPR

1987 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,504 mi
Last recorded36,504 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ55035,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE71 LPR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 36,504 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre side wall perishing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre side wall perishing

Pass 18 Sep 2023 36,427 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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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E71 LPR is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E71 LPR, 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 E71 LPR registered?

E71 LPR is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 4 August 1987.

Is E71 LPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E71 LPR shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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