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G292 VVM

1990 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

41,655 mi
Last recorded41,655 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GT55035,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG292 VVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 41,655 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 40,705 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 40,326 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 40,200 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2012 40,200 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 39,935 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 39,934 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 39,321 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2010 39,311 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2009 38,213 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 38,213 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 37,745 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 37,741 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

headbearings have slight notchyness in centre

left hand grip moves slightly on end

pass light inop

Pass 6 Oct 2007 37,217 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 36,769 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 36,749 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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G292 VVM is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 G292 VVM, 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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G292 VVM is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 May 1990.

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