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F291 KTU

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,465 mi
Last recorded47,465 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF291 KTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 47,465 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 47,465 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 47,205 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 46,905 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 46,309 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 45,684 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 45,376 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,900 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 37,558 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 37,533 miles

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 37,175 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F291 KTU is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 F291 KTU, 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.

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What year was F291 KTU registered?

F291 KTU is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F291 KTU safe to buy?

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