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N179 HWT

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,000 mi
Last recorded40,000 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 HWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2007 40,000 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 37,302 miles

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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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N179 HWT is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 36,834 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 N179 HWT, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N179 HWT registered?

N179 HWT is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N179 HWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 HWT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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