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F424 MJB

1988 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161 mi
Last recorded161 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GT55035,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF424 MJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 161 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 161 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 71,982 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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F424 MJB is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F424 MJB, 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 F424 MJB?

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What year was F424 MJB registered?

F424 MJB is a 1988 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 17 August 1988.

Is F424 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F424 MJB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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