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J156 DYF

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,084 mi
Last recorded80,084 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ156 DYF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 80,084 miles

Front tyre cracking/perishing

Fail 1 Sep 2020 80,084 miles

Front tyre cracking/perishing

Stop lamp not working When front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 79,700 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 79,356 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2017 79,091 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 78,169 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 77,938 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 77,929 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 77,913 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 77,908 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

side stand slightly loose

Pass 27 Apr 2007 76,843 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 76,469 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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J156 DYF is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J156 DYF, 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 J156 DYF registered?

J156 DYF is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 29 May 1992.

Is J156 DYF safe to buy?

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