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F950 TLO

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

8,408 mi
Last recorded8,408 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF950 TLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 8,408 miles

front & rear suspension slightly soft

Pass 23 Apr 2025 8,013 miles

front & rear suspension slightly soft

Pass 13 Jun 2023 7,797 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on o/s & has small cut but not through to ply (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front & rear suspension slightly soft

Pass 10 Jun 2022 6,490 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged outer rubber (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 6,490 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged outer rubber (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 6,071 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 6,033 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 5,111 miles

2 bolts of front mudguard missing but still secure

Rear no plate and rear light loose but not likely to detach

Rear tyre tread central getting lo 1.6mm

exhaust noisy

Fail 5 Mar 2020 5,111 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

2 bolts of front mudguard missing but still secure

Rear no plate and rear light loose but not likely to detach

Rear tyre tread central getting lo 1.6mm

exhaust noisy

Pass 30 Jan 2018 2,082 miles

unable to inspect front brake hydraulic master cylinder level due to sight glass being painted over advise removal

Fail 30 Jan 2018 2,082 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

unable to inspect front brake hydraulic master cylinder level due to sight glass being painted over advise removal

Pass 30 Sep 2016 1,028 miles

exhaust a little noisey

rear stop lamp spring wired

seat not padded

Fail 30 Sep 2016 1,028 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

exhaust a little noisey

rear stop lamp spring wired

seat not padded

Pass 30 Jul 2015 1 miles

both handlebar switches touching fuel tank on full locks

no rear mudguard fitted at time of test

single seat only fitted. No rear footrests

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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F950 TLO is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 F950 TLO, 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 F950 TLO registered?

F950 TLO is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 July 1989.

Is F950 TLO safe to buy?

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