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F478 SPM

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,160 mi
Last recorded42,160 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF478 SPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 42,160 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 42,004 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2018 42,004 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 41,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 41,075 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 40,828 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fuel tank corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2013 40,461 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 40,461 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 40,284 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 39,874 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 39,315 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 39,315 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 38,159 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 37,596 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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F478 SPM is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F478 SPM, 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 F478 SPM registered?

F478 SPM is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 26 July 1989.

Is F478 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F478 SPM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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