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F861 FWD

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,720 mi
Last recorded85,720 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF861 FWD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 85,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 84,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 84,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 84,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 81,315 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 81,298 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 81,290 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 81,290 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 80,761 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 79,058 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 77,696 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 75,871 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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F861 FWD is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F861 FWD, 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 F861 FWD registered?

F861 FWD is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 21 March 1989.

Is F861 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F861 FWD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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