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D254 HMU

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,084 mi
Last recorded38,084 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD254 HMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 38,084 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 38,066 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 37,174 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR MUDGUARD (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 37,825 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear fender cracked (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged Rear near side indicator mounting cracked (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 37,454 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 37,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 36,849 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2008 36,849 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 36,450 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 36,052 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mudguard insecure

Fail 27 Jul 2006 36,052 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 22 Jul 2005 35,026 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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D254 HMU is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 42,373 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 D254 HMU, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D254 HMU registered?

D254 HMU is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 6 January 1987.

Is D254 HMU safe to buy?

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