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J934 YKU

1992 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

59,882 mi
Last recorded59,882 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GT55034,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ934 YKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 59,882 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 59,882 miles

Tyre incorrect because a bias-belted tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply tyre is fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2026 59,816 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre incorrect because a bias-belted tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply tyre is fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 59,723 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 55,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 49,562 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 44,249 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 37,819 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 30,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 30,651 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 27,854 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 27,854 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 22,828 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 17,359 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,948 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 16,042 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 16,042 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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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J934 YKU is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 J934 YKU, 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 J934 YKU registered?

J934 YKU is a 1992 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 April 1992.

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