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F370 HGK

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,439 mi
Last recorded60,439 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF370 HGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 60,439 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 59,848 miles

Central Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 58,763 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 58,734 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 56,246 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 52,713 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 39,796 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 34,725 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 34,657 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 34,175 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 34,166 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 33,610 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 32,897 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 30,186 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 30,186 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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F370 HGK is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F370 HGK, 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 F370 HGK registered?

F370 HGK is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is F370 HGK safe to buy?

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