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E837 RWR

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Diesel 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,425 mi
Last recorded36,425 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2009
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE837 RWR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2009 36,425 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 55,844 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 55,844 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 55,844 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 55,844 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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E837 RWR is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E837 RWR, 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 E837 RWR registered?

E837 RWR is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E837 RWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E837 RWR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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