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KFO 826Y

1983 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,707 mi
Last recorded35,707 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GT55035,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFO 826Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 35,707 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 34,007 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 32,282 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jul 2013 32,279 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 30,217 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 27,895 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 25,158 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 24,124 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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KFO 826Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,847 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 KFO 826Y, 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 43 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 KFO 826Y registered?

KFO 826Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 March 1983.

Is KFO 826Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFO 826Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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