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OTU 550V

1979 Kawasaki Unknown

Red Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,616 mi
Last recorded6,616 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Unknown17,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTU 550V
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2019 6,616 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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OTU 550V is a 1979 Kawasaki Unknown in Red with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 17,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTU 550V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTU 550V?

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What year was OTU 550V registered?

OTU 550V is a 1979 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 18 September 1979.

Is OTU 550V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTU 550V shows 1 test 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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