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B85 VWT

1985 Kawasaki GT550

Yellow Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,185 mi
Last recorded1,185 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GT55043,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB85 VWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 1,185 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 1,185 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 273 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 82 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 51,096 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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B85 VWT is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550 in Yellow with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B85 VWT, 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 B85 VWT registered?

B85 VWT is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B85 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B85 VWT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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