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D41 FYJ

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,175 mi
Last recorded55,175 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD41 FYJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 55,175 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2014 55,175 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2012 53,340 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 53,339 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 53,339 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 53,339 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 53,204 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 53,204 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 53,045 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 53,045 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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D41 FYJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D41 FYJ, 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 D41 FYJ registered?

D41 FYJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D41 FYJ safe to buy?

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