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F156 XAH

1988 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,559 mi
Last recorded58,559 miles
Recorded on4 May 2006
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ55033,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF156 XAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2006 58,559 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2006 58,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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F156 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F156 XAH, 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 F156 XAH registered?

F156 XAH is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 23 August 1988.

Is F156 XAH safe to buy?

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