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NFG 485W

1981 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

12,811 mi
Last recorded12,811 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki GPZ55034,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFG 485W
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 12,811 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 12,801 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 12,792 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 12,783 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on nearside (2.4 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 12,783 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on nearside (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 12,773 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 12,764 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 12,703 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 12,672 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 12,623 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 12,553 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 12,502 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 12,412 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 12,361 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 12,232 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,195 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 12,073 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 11,900 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 11,735 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,584 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,519 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 11,423 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 11,271 miles

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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NFG 485W is a 1981 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 34,254 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 NFG 485W, 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 45 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 NFG 485W registered?

NFG 485W is a 1981 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is NFG 485W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFG 485W shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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