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E773 JPH

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,901 mi
Last recorded29,901 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE773 JPH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 29,901 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 29,782 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 29,604 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 29,313 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 29,067 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 28,450 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/90/18 conti go 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre has cracks in side walls

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 27,831 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 27,226 miles

Front Tyre cracking around sidewall

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 26,695 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 25,828 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 25,195 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 25,195 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 24,135 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 23,257 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 22,629 miles

Front brake slightly binding

Left hand handle bar slightly loose on mount

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 22,576 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 22,565 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 21,644 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 21,216 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 21,216 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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E773 JPH is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 E773 JPH, 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.

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What year was E773 JPH registered?

E773 JPH is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E773 JPH safe to buy?

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