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G828 PHS

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,890 mi
Last recorded59,890 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG828 PHS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2018 59,890 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 59,688 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 59,590 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 59,496 miles

Centre Stand Corroded to Excess

Pass 18 Mar 2011 59,212 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 59,212 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 59,148 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 59,148 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 58,891 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 58,570 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 58,086 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 57,613 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 57,605 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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G828 PHS is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G828 PHS, 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.

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What year was G828 PHS registered?

G828 PHS is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 19 October 1989.

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