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G939 WHJ

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,824 mi
Last recorded66,824 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG939 WHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 66,824 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 66,786 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 66,774 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 66,636 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 66,505 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 66,413 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 66,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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G939 WHJ is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G939 WHJ, 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 G939 WHJ registered?

G939 WHJ is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 6 September 1989.

Is G939 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G939 WHJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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