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HNF 407Y

1983 Kawasaki GPZ550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,347 mi
Last recorded50,347 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GPZ55027,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 407Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 50,347 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 48,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

headlight convertor fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Apr 2014 73 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake feels slightly spongy,not enough to fail

gear lever pivot has slight free play

oil level appears to be high

Fail 17 Apr 2014 38 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake feels slightly spongy,not enough to fail

gear lever pivot has slight free play

oil level appears to be high

Fail 8 Mar 2014 8 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

colour differant to that on the v5c

front brake calipers lightly coated in oil/brake fluid. no signs of leaking and brakes work ok.

gear lever pivot slightly worn

oil level appears to be slightly high

vin number slightly differant to that on the v5c

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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HNF 407Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 27,363 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 HNF 407Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HNF 407Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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