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E387 TVR

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33 mi
Last recorded33 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE387 TVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 33 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 47,396 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fuel system component insecure Tank (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Both (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre sidewall perished

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 47,358 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 47,358 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 46,057 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 45,646 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 44,914 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 43,430 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 42,885 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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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E387 TVR is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E387 TVR, 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.

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What year was E387 TVR registered?

E387 TVR is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E387 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E387 TVR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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