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G357 UYV

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

91,325 mi
Last recorded91,325 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG357 UYV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 91,325 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 90,780 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 88,874 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 87,003 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 83,393 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 75,934 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 68,795 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 62,151 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 53,839 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 53,839 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 44,771 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2014 44,500 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2014 44,500 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2013 44,215 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 43,701 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 42,269 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 42,269 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 42,166 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 42,055 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 41,953 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2007 41,867 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2007 41,867 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 41,793 miles

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

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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G357 UYV is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 G357 UYV, 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 G357 UYV registered?

G357 UYV is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 September 1989.

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The MOT history for G357 UYV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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