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F25 OBW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,114 mi
Last recorded34,114 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ55034,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF25 OBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 34,114 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 32,454 miles

non standard exhaust

Pass 22 Sep 2015 31,917 miles

idle speed high

non standard can fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2015 31,900 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

idle speed high

non standard can fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

non standard can fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2013 30,396 miles

non standard can fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,731 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

non standard can fitted

slight kick to the right from headlight

Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

non standard can fitted

rear caliper piston very rusty

Fail 1 Aug 2011 29,468 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

non standard can fitted

rear caliper piston very rusty

Pass 20 Apr 2010 29,170 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 28,368 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 28,062 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 28,062 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 27,916 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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F25 OBW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F25 OBW, 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 F25 OBW registered?

F25 OBW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 18 July 1989.

Is F25 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F25 OBW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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