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J55 OGT

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,569 mi
Last recorded25,569 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 OGT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2014 25,569 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))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,322 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 25,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 24,667 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 24,297 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 23,870 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 23,204 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 22,575 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 21,420 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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J55 OGT is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,544 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 J55 OGT, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J55 OGT registered?

J55 OGT is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is J55 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 OGT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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