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E970 BJO

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,855 mi
Last recorded60,855 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE970 BJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 60,855 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,835 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 60,634 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 60,261 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 58,727 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 58,727 miles

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 56,550 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 54,041 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2010 50,912 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 48,035 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 45,911 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 43,546 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 42,689 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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E970 BJO is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 E970 BJO, 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 E970 BJO registered?

E970 BJO is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E970 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E970 BJO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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