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G413 RFT

1989 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,235 mi
Last recorded59,235 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ55034,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG413 RFT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 59,235 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 59,235 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 57,434 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 57,434 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 55,325 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 55,325 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2016 48,546 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 May 2015 43,501 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2015 43,501 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 39,786 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 38,531 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2013 38,531 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 37,401 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 36,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,290 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 34,290 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 31,820 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 31,820 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 29,006 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 26,937 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 25,715 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 25,715 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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G413 RFT is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 G413 RFT, 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 G413 RFT registered?

G413 RFT is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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