MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
60,017 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Fuel system component leaking carburetor area when running (7.2.1a)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Oil leak
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?
Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F434 VEW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 F434 VEW, 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 F434 VEW registered?
F434 VEW is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 2 August 1988.
Is F434 VEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for F434 VEW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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