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TEH 423W

1981 Kawasaki GPZ550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,339 mi
Last recorded40,339 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki GPZ55034,254 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEH 423W
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ550
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2021 40,339 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 40,076 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 39,794 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 39,426 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 39,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 39,042 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 38,706 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 38,465 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 38,109 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 38,036 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,615 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 37,141 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 37,199 miles

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

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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TEH 423W is a 1981 Kawasaki GPZ550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TEH 423W, 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

How do I check the history of TEH 423W?

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What year was TEH 423W registered?

TEH 423W is a 1981 Kawasaki GPZ550, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is TEH 423W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEH 423W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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