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H9 KWA

2001 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,749 mi
Last recorded67,749 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GT55031,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 KWA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 67,749 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 67,709 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 67,636 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 66,925 miles

Offside Inner Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 66,547 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 65,848 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 65,263 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 64,897 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 63,945 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 19,615 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 19,025 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 18,135 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,393 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 62,393 miles

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 58,170 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded mount near side and off side.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 53,854 miles

Cracking on rear tyre

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 53,854 miles

Cracking on rear tyre

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 52,419 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 52,419 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 50,708 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 47,663 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 47,651 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 15,015 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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Pass 23 Apr 2007 15,015 miles

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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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H9 KWA is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,678 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 H9 KWA, 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 25 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 H9 KWA registered?

H9 KWA is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 3 September 2001.

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