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YKE 3X

1982 Kawasaki GPZ550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,560 mi
Last recorded29,560 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki GPZ55039,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKE 3X
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 29,560 miles

Cush drive worn

Nearside riders footpeg pivot worn

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering to left is trapping cables

Fail 24 Jul 2014 29,560 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

cush drive worn

nearside riders footpeg pivot worn

steering to left is trapping cables

Pass 15 Dec 2012 28,945 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 26,172 miles

advise clutch lever sharp front dampers soft

Pass 29 Apr 2010 24,965 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,057 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 21,054 miles

Front Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Rear Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Chain guard missing

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

front brakes spoungy but just pasted roller test

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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YKE 3X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YKE 3X, 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

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What year was YKE 3X registered?

YKE 3X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 May 1982.

Is YKE 3X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKE 3X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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