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H172 WAB

1991 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,245 mi
Last recorded26,245 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GT55033,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH172 WAB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 26,245 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 26,019 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 25,731 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 25,628 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 24,768 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 24,168 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 23,254 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,103 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 20,727 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 19,097 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,021 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 17,098 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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H172 WAB is a 1991 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 33,593 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 H172 WAB, 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 35 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 H172 WAB registered?

H172 WAB is a 1991 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 20 June 1991.

Is H172 WAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H172 WAB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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