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H179 GVM

1991 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,082 mi
Last recorded17,082 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH179 GVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 17,082 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 17,082 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 17,003 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 17,003 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 16,903 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 16,903 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,650 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 16,650 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 16,529 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 16,529 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 16,101 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 16,084 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 16,060 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 15,569 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Horn not working 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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H179 GVM is a 1991 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H179 GVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z550 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H179 GVM registered?

H179 GVM is a 1991 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 2 May 1991.

Is H179 GVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H179 GVM shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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