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E878 XYA

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,394 mi
Last recorded63,394 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE878 XYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 63,394 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Exhaust down pipes held in place with a different idea !

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 62,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust pipes nearside head bolts missing has been repaired by other idea!

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 62,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust pipes nearside head bolts missing has been repaired by other idea!

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 62,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust pipes nearside head bolts missing has been repaired by other idea!

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 60,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust slightly loose Head bolt missing has got a temp repair! (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 60,972 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 60,300 miles

Front Exhaust slightly loose Pipes damaged! (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 60,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,137 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 58,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2015 56,803 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 56,803 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 55,746 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 55,198 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,541 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 53,960 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 52,966 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 52,214 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 51,512 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 50,810 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 50,279 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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E878 XYA is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E878 XYA, 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 E878 XYA registered?

E878 XYA is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 29 March 1988.

Is E878 XYA safe to buy?

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