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E215 KLM

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,768 mi
Last recorded41,768 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE215 KLM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 41,768 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre starting to crack

Front minor leak around banjo bolt on oil cooler

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 40,576 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,481 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 39,445 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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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E215 KLM is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E215 KLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E215 KLM registered?

E215 KLM is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 6 June 1988.

Is E215 KLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E215 KLM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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