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B951 JPN

1985 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,285 mi
Last recorded48,285 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GT55043,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB951 JPN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 48,285 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Sep 2008 48,285 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 47,024 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 46,302 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 46,296 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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B951 JPN is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B951 JPN, 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.

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What year was B951 JPN registered?

B951 JPN is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 20 May 1985.

Is B951 JPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B951 JPN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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