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F182 XFD

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,520 mi
Last recorded26,520 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF182 XFD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 26,520 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 26,444 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower split missing, replaced after test.

Pass 29 May 2019 26,177 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 25,988 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 25,988 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 25,218 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 24,822 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 24,822 miles

Inner Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Inner Rear Lower Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 24,698 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 24,698 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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F182 XFD is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 F182 XFD, 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 F182 XFD registered?

F182 XFD is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F182 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F182 XFD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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