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A742 NOD

1984 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38 mi
Last recorded38 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki GT55046,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA742 NOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 38 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test. (not required as pre-1986 machine)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 47,264 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

no rear suspension

Pass 18 Feb 2014 47,264 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

no rear suspension

Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,672 miles

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

no rear suspension

Pass 26 Aug 2011 46,146 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 46,146 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 43,161 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2008 42,102 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 41,003 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 40,977 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2005 40,604 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?

Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
707
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
2,006
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 168
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 153
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 124
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 117
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A742 NOD is a 1984 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 46,771 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 GT550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A742 NOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GT550 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 42 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A742 NOD registered?

A742 NOD is a 1984 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 3 March 1984.

Is A742 NOD safe to buy?

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