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F219 LRB

1989 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

88,024 mi
Last recorded88,024 miles
Recorded on31 May 2010
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ55034,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF219 LRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2010 88,024 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 May 2010 88,024 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 May 2008 371,313 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 37,118 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 35,846 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2007 35,846 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 34,603 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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F219 LRB is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 34,405 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 F219 LRB, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F219 LRB registered?

F219 LRB is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F219 LRB safe to buy?

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