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K358 WFJ

1993 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

56,798 mi
Last recorded56,798 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2009
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GT55032,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK358 WFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2009 56,798 miles

slight bind front brakes

Pass 15 Oct 2008 52,998 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 52,994 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2007 46,469 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 46,304 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2006 39,112 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 39,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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K358 WFJ is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 K358 WFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K358 WFJ registered?

K358 WFJ is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 April 1993.

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The MOT history for K358 WFJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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