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F346 TLJ

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

40,182 mi
Last recorded40,182 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF346 TLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 40,182 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 40,182 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 39,962 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 39,962 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 38,281 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,236 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front brake feels slightly spongey

gaters fitted to front forks

Pass 20 Jan 2015 37,234 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2015 37,234 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 36,858 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

charging light flashng on dash, lights slightly flickering recommend battery checked and charging.

front brakes binding slightly.

rear no plate starting to disfigure.

seat slightly loose.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,529 miles

both rear shock absorber bushes perishing.

front brake pads crumbling.

Pass 4 Jun 2008 35,889 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 35,876 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 35,876 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

both rear shock absorbers top and bottom bushes perishing.

front brake binding slightly.

front brake pads crumbling, recommend new pads.

n/s front wing mrrror loose.

rear lamp unit slightly insercure.

rear rack unit slightly loose.

slight oil leaks from engine, possible head gasket.

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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F346 TLJ 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 69.2%.

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 F346 TLJ, 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.

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What year was F346 TLJ registered?

F346 TLJ is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 October 1988.

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