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E537 HSX

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,799 mi
Last recorded41,799 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE537 HSX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 41,799 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 41,799 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 38,508 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 38,508 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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E537 HSX is a 1987 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 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 E537 HSX, 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 E537 HSX registered?

E537 HSX is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 5 November 1987.

Is E537 HSX safe to buy?

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