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P457 MDB

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,853 mi
Last recorded54,853 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP457 MDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 54,853 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2011 48,413 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 20 May 2011 48,413 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2010 29,195 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 28,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 May 2008 27,335 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,397 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P457 MDB is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P457 MDB, 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 P457 MDB registered?

P457 MDB is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P457 MDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P457 MDB shows 8 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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