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J591 TFA

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

34,640 mi
Last recorded34,640 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ591 TFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 34,640 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 34,573 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Oct 2013 34,573 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2012 29,381 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,641 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 28,045 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 28,045 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 26,302 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 26,302 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 25,978 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,184 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 25,184 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2006 24,956 miles

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

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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J591 TFA is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J591 TFA, 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 J591 TFA registered?

J591 TFA is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 March 1992.

Is J591 TFA safe to buy?

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