MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
72,726 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
advise replace gear change assy
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
advise replace gear change assy
Brake linkage worn, but not excessively foot brake (1.1.15 (b))
Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Nearside Rear indicator taped
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
rear swing arm slight corrosion
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
aftermarket silencer
side stand spring weak and n/s/r indicator lens taped on
front brake long travel
o/s/r indicator taped in place
rear brake pivot worn
side stand spring weak
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
o/s/r indicator taped up
side stand pivot worn and return spring weak
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
air leak on carb causing erratic idling
o/s/r indicator taped up and loose
rear brake disc worn
Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
o/s/r indicator lens taped on
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
o/s/r indicator lens taped on
Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ550?
Based on 3,553 MOT tests across 665 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AFK 285X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 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 AFK 285X, 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.
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What year was AFK 285X registered?
AFK 285X is a 1982 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is AFK 285X safe to buy?
The MOT history for AFK 285X shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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