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G582 XJN

1990 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

63,905 mi
Last recorded63,905 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GT55035,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG582 XJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 63,905 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 63,905 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 63,689 miles

Advise rear frame loop has been removed and frame has been modified but has not effected its overall strength

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear number plate is slightly reduced in size but can be clearly read

Fail 24 Nov 2020 63,663 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear number plate is slightly reduced in size but can be clearly read

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 62,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 12 Jun 2018 62,244 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 62,244 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 61,923 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front brake discs,, recommend replace (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy snorty note (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise rear number plate,, recommend replace

advise routing of clutch cable

advise, advance rear brake pedal travel

front brake binding slightly,, recommend check

handlebars slightly deformed,, recommend check/attention

headlamp dip beam stays on with main

rear mud guard not fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2016 61,620 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front brake discs (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy throaty note (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise , advance rear brake pedal travel

advise number plate size,, recommend replace

advise, routing of clutch cable

handlebars slightly deformed,, recommend attention

headlamp dip beam stays on with main

Fail 3 Jun 2016 61,620 miles

Footrest missing both rear foot rests (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front brake discs (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy throaty note (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise , advance rear brake pedal travel

advise number plate size,, recommend replace

advise, routing of clutch cable

handlebars slightly deformed,, recommend attention

headlamp dip beam stays on with main

Pass 21 May 2015 60,823 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

advise clutch cable route

advise footbrake "rear brake" pedal travel

headlamp dip beam stays on when main beam on

Pass 3 Jun 2014 59,042 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2014 59,020 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

headlight not switching from filiment to filiement

Pass 10 Oct 2012 58,695 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 58,701 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 58,676 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 58,584 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 58,584 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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G582 XJN is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 G582 XJN, 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 G582 XJN registered?

G582 XJN is a 1990 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 15 January 1990.

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