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K497 UKM

1993 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,094 mi
Last recorded73,094 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GT55032,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK497 UKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 73,094 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 73,038 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 73,031 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,304 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 71,067 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 67,300 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2013 66,455 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 64,215 miles

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)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 61,542 miles

numberplate deteriorating

Pass 8 Sep 2009 61,218 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2009 61,218 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 60,426 miles

EXHAUST LEAKING

Pass 14 Aug 2007 59,675 miles

rear suspension may need pumping up

Pass 30 May 2006 58,741 miles

os exhaust baffle loose

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K497 UKM registered?

K497 UKM is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 May 1993.

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