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F798 ECL

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,840 mi
Last recorded31,840 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF798 ECL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 31,840 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,221 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 31,221 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 30,765 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 30,765 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 27,837 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 27,837 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 24,886 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 23,325 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,549 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 22,512 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 22,460 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 22,399 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 22,293 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 22,206 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 21,924 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 21,683 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 21,521 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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F798 ECL is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F798 ECL, 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 F798 ECL registered?

F798 ECL is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 13 June 1989.

Is F798 ECL safe to buy?

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