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E209 SUH

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,752 mi
Last recorded36,752 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE209 SUH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 36,752 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 37,213 miles

Fork gaitors fitted.Unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 15 Aug 2014 36,691 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 36,607 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork gaitors

Pass 13 Aug 2012 35,575 miles

gaiters fitted to front forks unable to ckeck seals

Pass 24 Aug 2011 34,309 miles

FORK GAITORS fitted-unable to xlearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 16 Apr 2010 32,464 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 7 Apr 2009 31,135 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted=unable to inspect fork seals.

Pass 10 Apr 2008 27,663 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted==unable to see fork seals.

Pass 23 Apr 2007 27,526 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted.unable to see fork seals/

Pass 31 May 2006 62,898 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 62,861 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 25,963 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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E209 SUH is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 35,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E209 SUH, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E209 SUH registered?

E209 SUH is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E209 SUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E209 SUH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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