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J833 PVU

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,540 mi
Last recorded33,540 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ833 PVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 33,540 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear tyre has cracks in centre due to age and under-inflation but not excessively deep. Recommend replacement tyre to be fitted as a precautionary measure.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,553 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 32,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front switch was disconnected (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 30,958 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 30,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2015 30,255 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 May 2015 30,255 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,715 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 29,715 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Upper Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2011 28,947 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 27,147 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,958 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 25,958 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,824 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 22,540 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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J833 PVU is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J833 PVU, 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 J833 PVU registered?

J833 PVU is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 21 February 1992.

Is J833 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J833 PVU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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