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F285 NLB

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

42,822 mi
Last recorded42,822 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF285 NLB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 42,822 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 42,822 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2010 42,752 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 42,744 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside rear luggage box bracket catching shock absorber

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 16 Sep 2006 42,651 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2006 42,651 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 42,651 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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F285 NLB is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 F285 NLB, 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

How do I check the history of F285 NLB?

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What year was F285 NLB registered?

F285 NLB is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F285 NLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F285 NLB shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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