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J23 FFG

1991 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,357 mi
Last recorded58,357 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GT55033,593 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ23 FFG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 58,357 miles

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

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

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2014 57,877 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 56,741 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

nearside handlebar slightly loose

rear mudguard corroded

Fail 9 Aug 2013 56,701 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

nearside handlebar slightly loose

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2012 55,820 miles

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

rear mudguard corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2012 55,794 miles

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

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

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2011 55,063 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Jun 2011 55,036 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2010 54,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 53,881 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 53,204 miles

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

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2007 52,259 miles

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

rear mudguard corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2007 52,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2006 50,039 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

rear mudguard slightly corroded

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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J23 FFG is a 1991 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 33,593 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 J23 FFG, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J23 FFG is a 1991 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 6 September 1991.

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