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C854 HYA

1986 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,858 mi
Last recorded50,858 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GT55039,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC854 HYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 50,858 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 50,653 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 49,913 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 49,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 46,534 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 44,903 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 42,079 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 42,071 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 41,255 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 41,042 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 40,909 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 40,640 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 40,282 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2013 40,282 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 39,903 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 39,609 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 3 May 2011 39,609 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 39,186 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 38,823 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 38,242 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 37,399 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2006 36,556 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 36,556 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 May 2006 36,547 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

no. plate cracked

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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C854 HYA is a 1986 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 39,903 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 C854 HYA, 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 40 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 C854 HYA registered?

C854 HYA is a 1986 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C854 HYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C854 HYA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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