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E951 YDO

1987 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,518 mi
Last recorded41,518 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2009
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ55035,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE951 YDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,518 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 41,516 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 40,763 miles

slight play in rear swinging arm mounting bushs

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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E951 YDO is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 E951 YDO, 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 E951 YDO registered?

E951 YDO is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is E951 YDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E951 YDO shows 3 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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