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G246 XDU

1989 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,807 mi
Last recorded49,807 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ55034,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG246 XDU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 49,807 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 49,797 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 47,682 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 44,987 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 44,979 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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G246 XDU is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 G246 XDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G246 XDU registered?

G246 XDU is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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