MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,094 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
engine oil leak
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
front tyre slightly perished
rear break pedel slightly loose
engine oil leak
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
numberplate deteriorating
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
EXHAUST LEAKING
rear suspension may need pumping up
os exhaust baffle loose
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?
Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K497 UKM is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 K497 UKM, 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 K497 UKM registered?
K497 UKM is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 May 1993.
Is K497 UKM safe to buy?
The MOT history for K497 UKM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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