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J617 NDE

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,758 mi
Last recorded79,758 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ617 NDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 79,758 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 79,758 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 75,417 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 72,243 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 66,026 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 65,150 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 19 Jun 2010 65,150 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 60,996 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 34,683 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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J617 NDE is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J617 NDE, 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

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What year was J617 NDE registered?

J617 NDE is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J617 NDE safe to buy?

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