MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,011 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
red warning light flashing on dash when engine running
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Offside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?
Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E857 MPX is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 E857 MPX, 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 E857 MPX registered?
E857 MPX is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 23 May 1988.
Is E857 MPX safe to buy?
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