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G199 WDX

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,210 mi
Last recorded61,210 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG199 WDX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 61,210 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 60,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2013 60,352 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 59,457 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 58,681 miles

rear tyre sidwalls cracked

Fail 17 May 2011 58,619 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

rear tyre sidwalls cracked

Pass 19 May 2010 57,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

ball missing off clutch lever

handle bar grips end torn

Pass 13 May 2009 55,303 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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G199 WDX is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G199 WDX, 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 G199 WDX registered?

G199 WDX is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 September 1989.

Is G199 WDX safe to buy?

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