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J501 MBB

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,577 mi
Last recorded48,577 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 MBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 48,577 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 48,129 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 48,127 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 43,000 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 31,386 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,667 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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J501 MBB is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J501 MBB, 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 J501 MBB registered?

J501 MBB is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 26 May 1992.

Is J501 MBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 MBB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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