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H221 GGS

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,760 mi
Last recorded36,760 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH221 GGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 36,760 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 36,558 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 36,306 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 35,823 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,527 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 35,527 miles

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 May 2008 34,691 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 37,876 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 37,876 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2006 36,558 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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H221 GGS is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,544 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 H221 GGS, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H221 GGS registered?

H221 GGS is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is H221 GGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H221 GGS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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