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E188 NWP

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,616 mi
Last recorded16,616 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE188 NWP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,616 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 16,616 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2009 14,094 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 14,094 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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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E188 NWP is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,544 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 E188 NWP, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was E188 NWP registered?

E188 NWP is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is E188 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E188 NWP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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