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F471 XVN

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,122 mi
Last recorded18,122 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF471 XVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 18,122 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 18,009 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 18,009 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder insecure cap insecure (1.1.10 (c))

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

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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F471 XVN is a 1989 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 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 F471 XVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F471 XVN registered?

F471 XVN is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 June 1989.

Is F471 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F471 XVN 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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