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J879 RLJ

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,592 mi
Last recorded53,592 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ879 RLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 53,592 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 52,697 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 52,697 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 52,300 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 51,757 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 51,757 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 50,665 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 50,665 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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J879 RLJ is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J879 RLJ, 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 J879 RLJ registered?

J879 RLJ is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 9 April 1992.

Is J879 RLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J879 RLJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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