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E735 EMV

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,096 mi
Last recorded47,096 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE735 EMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 47,096 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 46,991 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 46,808 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 46,751 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 46,751 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 46,500 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 46,192 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 42,726 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 42,004 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2008 41,641 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2008 41,641 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 41,410 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2007 41,410 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 40,915 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 40,915 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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E735 EMV is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 E735 EMV, 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 E735 EMV registered?

E735 EMV is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 2 April 1988.

Is E735 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E735 EMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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