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B496 YDV

1985 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,704 mi
Last recorded33,704 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GT55043,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB496 YDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 33,704 miles

front brake disc slightly pitted

o/s/r service brake slightly slow

rear tyres slightly perished

trike been standing

Fail 24 Apr 2014 33,701 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake disc slightly corroded

hazard switch a bit sticky

trike been standing

Pass 24 Apr 2014 33,701 miles

front brake disc slightly corroded

hazard switch a bit sticky

trike been standing

Pass 30 Apr 2013 33,616 miles

front brake disc slightly corroded and scored

front brake pads a bit low

hazard switch a bit sticky

Pass 30 Apr 2012 33,537 miles

corrosion to rear axle

Fail 26 Apr 2012 33,537 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

corrosion to rear axle

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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B496 YDV is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 43,096 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 B496 YDV, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B496 YDV registered?

B496 YDV is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 24 April 1985.

Is B496 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B496 YDV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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