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J127 RPE

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Purple Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,162 mi
Last recorded41,162 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ127 RPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 41,162 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 41,082 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebars Slightly Misaligned

Oil Leak

Rear Indicator Bracket Loose

Fail 12 Feb 2021 41,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

cylinder 1 exhaust downpipe cracked

Pass 12 Jun 2012 40,659 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 39,687 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 38,176 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 36,730 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 35,897 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 35,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 34,012 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2006 31,504 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 31,504 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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J127 RPE is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Purple with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 34,624 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 J127 RPE, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J127 RPE registered?

J127 RPE is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 February 1992.

Is J127 RPE safe to buy?

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