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P366 DPE

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

84,381 mi
Last recorded84,381 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP366 DPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 84,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 84,357 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 84,212 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 84,189 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 84,189 miles

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 83,974 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 83,525 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 82,827 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 82,827 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 82,052 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 80,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2014 80,988 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 78,112 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 78,112 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 75,423 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 75,423 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 702,030 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 68,692 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 68,692 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2009 65,102 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 62,179 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 59,296 miles

front tyre close to legal limit

Pass 15 Jun 2006 56,407 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 56,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P366 DPE is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 P366 DPE, 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 P366 DPE registered?

P366 DPE is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P366 DPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P366 DPE shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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