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D383 YMO

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,763 mi
Last recorded78,763 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD383 YMO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2010 78,763 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 78,327 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 75,925 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 74,705 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 74,654 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 74,628 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Right hand twist grip

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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D383 YMO is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D383 YMO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D383 YMO registered?

D383 YMO is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D383 YMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D383 YMO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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