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P242 TGP

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

37,395 mi
Last recorded37,395 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 TGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 37,395 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 36,877 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 34,337 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 33,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 33,080 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 32,842 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 32,388 miles

Speedometer cable detached.

Pass 3 Nov 2018 31,714 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 30,672 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 30,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 29,503 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 28,554 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,088 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 28,083 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,111 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,629 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 24,038 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 20,806 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,776 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 17,008 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 14,672 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 14,590 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 12,448 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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P242 TGP is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,544 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 P242 TGP, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P242 TGP registered?

P242 TGP is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P242 TGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 TGP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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