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G258 VYT

1990 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,821 mi
Last recorded49,821 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GT55035,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG258 VYT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 49,821 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Apr 2015 49,794 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 49,498 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 49,127 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 48,738 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 48,280 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 47,204 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 46,828 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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G258 VYT is a 1990 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 1990 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 35,870 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 G258 VYT, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G258 VYT registered?

G258 VYT is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 17 May 1990.

Is G258 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G258 VYT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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