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G497 BLC

1990 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,931 mi
Last recorded71,931 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GT55035,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG497 BLC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 71,931 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 71,519 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 49,132 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 49,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 44,658 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2013 17,836 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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G497 BLC 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 83.3%.

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 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 G497 BLC, 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 G497 BLC registered?

G497 BLC is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 April 1990.

Is G497 BLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G497 BLC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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