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N228 VTO

1995 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,982 mi
Last recorded8,982 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GT55026,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN228 VTO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 8,982 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 8,928 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 8,928 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 8,829 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 8,779 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 8,763 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 8,733 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 8,652 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 8,596 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 8,596 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 8,493 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 8,210 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 8,175 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,155 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 8,108 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 8,091 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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N228 VTO is a 1995 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 26,186 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 N228 VTO, 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 31 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 N228 VTO registered?

N228 VTO is a 1995 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 21 August 1995.

Is N228 VTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N228 VTO shows 16 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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