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G972 VMC

1989 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,261 mi
Last recorded77,261 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GT55041,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG972 VMC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 77,261 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 77,259 miles

Indicator switch inoperative switch will not stay on (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 74,534 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 74,523 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective tank neck slightly corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly tick over to high (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 74,494 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 74,461 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 74,427 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 74,304 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 74,273 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 74,238 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 74,195 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 74,112 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 74,112 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 73,937 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 73,873 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 73,763 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 73,644 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 73,644 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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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G972 VMC is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G972 VMC, 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 G972 VMC registered?

G972 VMC is a 1989 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 25 August 1989.

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