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SKW 220Y

1982 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,030 mi
Last recorded38,030 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ55039,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKW 220Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,030 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,244 miles

Note: Horn switch not working correctly. Front pads are rattling in caliper as brakeis applies,Calipers worn but not considerd excesive.

Fail 29 May 2012 36,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Note: Horn switch not working correctly. Front pads are rattling in caliper as brakeis applies,Calipers worn but not considerd excesive.

Pass 17 Jun 2011 35,964 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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SKW 220Y is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 39,604 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 SKW 220Y, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKW 220Y?

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What year was SKW 220Y registered?

SKW 220Y is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 9 September 1982.

Is SKW 220Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKW 220Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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