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D565 TGJ

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,464 mi
Last recorded35,464 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD565 TGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 35,464 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 35,464 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 30,362 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 46,443 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 92,872 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 35,318 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2006 35,163 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 35,163 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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D565 TGJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 D565 TGJ, 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

How do I check the history of D565 TGJ?

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What year was D565 TGJ registered?

D565 TGJ is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 2 June 1987.

Is D565 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D565 TGJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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