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C863 SLR

1985 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,753 mi
Last recorded33,753 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GT55043,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC863 SLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 33,753 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 33,614 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 33,614 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements both (7.7 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 32,869 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 32,804 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 32,140 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 30,456 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2016 30,456 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 28,383 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 28,230 miles

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

foot peg bushes slightly perished

Pass 16 Mar 2013 27,951 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 27,241 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 27,235 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,474 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 24,104 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 23,526 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 23,204 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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C863 SLR is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C863 SLR, 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 C863 SLR registered?

C863 SLR is a 1985 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 12 August 1985.

Is C863 SLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C863 SLR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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