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F224 NLW

1988 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,267 mi
Last recorded78,267 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ55033,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF224 NLW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 78,267 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 77,270 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 75,983 miles

Engine oily

Pass 21 Mar 2023 75,462 miles

Engine underside oily

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 73,713 miles

Chain fouling centre stand

Pass 24 Mar 2021 72,002 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 72,001 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 71,008 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 70,117 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 69,023 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2015 66,664 miles

Left hand front footrest not fully secured

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Nov 2014 64,384 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 60,524 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 60,524 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2012 56,725 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 53,653 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 50,593 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 44,373 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 35,766 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 35,766 miles

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,596 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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F224 NLW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F224 NLW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F224 NLW registered?

F224 NLW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 23 August 1988.

Is F224 NLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F224 NLW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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