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F277 SUC

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,693 mi
Last recorded49,693 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF277 SUC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 49,693 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 49,661 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 49,630 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 49,494 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 49,318 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 48,929 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 48,708 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 48,675 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 48,675 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,666 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 48,658 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 48,650 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 48,460 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 48,460 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 48,446 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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F277 SUC is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 41,514 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 F277 SUC, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F277 SUC?

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What year was F277 SUC registered?

F277 SUC is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 July 1989.

Is F277 SUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F277 SUC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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