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G421 KEW

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,864 mi
Last recorded46,864 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2011
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 KEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2011 46,864 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2011 46,864 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2009 45,786 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 48,834 miles

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

f/tyre wall starting to perish

h/lamp poorly mounted

n/s front brake compensator partially siezed

no plate illegal

poor reserve travel on r/brake pedal

Fail 10 May 2008 48,831 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

h/lamp poorly mounted

n/s front brake compensator partially siezed

no plate illegal

poor reserve travel on r/brake pedal

Pass 9 May 2007 44,107 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 43,110 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 43,108 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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G421 KEW is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 G421 KEW, 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 G421 KEW registered?

G421 KEW is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G421 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G421 KEW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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