CarVerify

Free Car Check

J176 ONK

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,713 mi
Last recorded37,713 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2014
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ176 ONK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2014 37,713 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

front pads low

only 1stop light bulb working

rear tyre cracking

Pass 1 Dec 2012 33,110 miles

both front discs worn thin

Fail 24 Nov 2012 33,098 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

both front discs worn thin

Pass 1 Aug 2009 29,669 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2009 29,669 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 43,027 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 43,027 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Apr 2007 42,487 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,487 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 42,343 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
Full Kawasaki GT550 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J176 ONK is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J176 ONK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J176 ONK?

You can check the full history of J176 ONK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J176 ONK registered?

J176 ONK is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 14 February 1992.

Is J176 ONK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J176 ONK shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J176 ONK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J176 ONK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.