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F817 TPX

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

40,004 mi
Last recorded40,004 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF817 TPX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 40,004 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 38,560 miles

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

Front brake pad backing plates rusty.

Fail 24 Mar 2017 38,560 miles

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

Front brake pad backing plates rusty.

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 38,104 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 38,104 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,450 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 37,450 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 35,724 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 33,106 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 32,133 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 May 2007 31,469 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 30,373 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 May 2006 30,373 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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F817 TPX is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F817 TPX, 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 F817 TPX registered?

F817 TPX is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 20 June 1989.

Is F817 TPX safe to buy?

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