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J689 VSF

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,052 mi
Last recorded34,052 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ689 VSF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 34,052 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 34,032 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake not operating light (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2021 33,746 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 32,976 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 32,579 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no plate cracked

rear shocker bushes perished

Pass 20 May 2016 32,211 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively shockers (2.4.A2a(i))

rear no plate cracked

Pass 18 May 2015 31,488 miles

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

registration plate damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2014 30,504 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 30,444 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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J689 VSF is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red 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 J689 VSF, 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 J689 VSF registered?

J689 VSF is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 10 March 1992.

Is J689 VSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J689 VSF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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