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G489 LUM

1990 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,271 mi
Last recorded52,271 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GT55035,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 LUM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2024 52,271 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 51,704 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 51,636 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 66,396 miles

rear mud guard starting to corrode

Pass 7 Apr 2008 54,667 miles

clutch op stiff

gaiters fitted to front forks

rear damper has gaiter fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2007 45,298 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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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G489 LUM is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G489 LUM, 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 G489 LUM registered?

G489 LUM is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 March 1990.

Is G489 LUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G489 LUM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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