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D998 ODV

1986 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,697 mi
Last recorded88,697 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2008
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki GT55039,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD998 ODV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2008 88,697 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Suspect petrol leak from tap and rear of tank

Fail 14 Oct 2008 88,695 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Suspect petrol leak from tap and rear of tank

Pass 4 Aug 2007 89,268 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 89,268 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 88,632 miles

Front exhaust system has repair carried out but ok at time of test.

Pass 6 Aug 2005 87,059 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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D998 ODV is a 1986 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 39,903 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 D998 ODV, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D998 ODV registered?

D998 ODV is a 1986 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 14 November 1986.

Is D998 ODV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D998 ODV 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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