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H557 TCW

1990 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,588 mi
Last recorded41,588 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Gpz27,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH557 TCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 41,588 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 41,398 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 41,332 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 41,249 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,178 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 41,113 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 40,880 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,067 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 40,067 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 39,165 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 39,165 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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H557 TCW is a 1990 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 27,864 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H557 TCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H557 TCW registered?

H557 TCW is a 1990 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 28 August 1990.

Is H557 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H557 TCW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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