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E471 HEW

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,086 mi
Last recorded55,086 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE471 HEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2018 55,086 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 54,319 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,166 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 50,279 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 47,419 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 45,092 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 42,288 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 39,653 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 39,623 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 39,617 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 39,557 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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E471 HEW is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E471 HEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E471 HEW registered?

E471 HEW is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E471 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E471 HEW shows 11 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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