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A964 KTT

1983 Kawasaki GT550

Bronze Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,158 mi
Last recorded24,158 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GT55035,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA964 KTT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,158 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

main beam tell-tale inoperative

Fail 27 Jul 2016 24,151 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside main beam warning lamp inoperative

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 23,590 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 23,576 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 23,143 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 21,970 miles

front tyre has slight cracks in side wall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 25 Jul 2012 19,838 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 17,502 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 15,406 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,050 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 16,041 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)

Nearside Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Rear Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f) DANGEROUS

offside brake lever broken

rear suspension missing

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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A964 KTT is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550 in Bronze with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,847 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 A964 KTT, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A964 KTT registered?

A964 KTT is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 12 September 1983.

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