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LK03 UTM

2003 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,406 mi
Last recorded90,406 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GT55060,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 UTM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2012 90,406 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 86,987 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 84,409 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 80,276 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 80,276 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 77,289 miles

Number plate cracked

Pass 10 May 2007 70,651 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 70,651 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 May 2006 60,024 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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LK03 UTM is a 2003 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 60,240 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 LK03 UTM, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LK03 UTM registered?

LK03 UTM is a 2003 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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