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K285 ANE

1993 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,992 mi
Last recorded1,992 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GT55032,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK285 ANE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2019 1,992 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned integrated in rear position lamp (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned integrated in rear position lamp (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock cannot turn to full lock due to handlebars hitting fuel tank (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front mudguard missing

Front wheel bearings cannot be tested due to binding brakes

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of frame modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front direction indicator lens insecure

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp 1/3 of LED's turned off when integrated indicators flash (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp 1/3 of LED's turned off when integrated indicators flash (4.3.3 (b))

oil leak

throttle housing damaged but still secure

Fail 30 Jun 2018 1,987 miles

Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

front mudguard missing

Pass 3 Jul 2017 3 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 30 Oct 2015 33,231 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly distorted Bike is slightly out of straight (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored Appears to be below manufacturers wear limits. (3.2.A1l)

Slight bind on front brakes

Fail 30 Oct 2015 33,231 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly distorted Bike is slightly out of straight (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored Appears to be below manufacturers wear limits. (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Slight bind on front brakes

Pass 10 Oct 2014 30,635 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,487 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 28,679 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 28,661 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 28,441 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 28,441 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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K285 ANE is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 32,890 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 K285 ANE, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K285 ANE registered?

K285 ANE is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 23 March 1993.

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