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P556 PNG

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,950 mi
Last recorded21,950 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP556 PNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 21,950 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 21,540 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 21,013 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 21,013 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2022 20,704 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 20,039 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 19,408 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 19,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,423 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 17,841 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 16,800 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 15,677 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,619 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 12,461 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,319 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 7,852 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 5,511 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,113 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 4,764 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 4,385 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 4,118 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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P556 PNG is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P556 PNG, 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 P556 PNG registered?

P556 PNG is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P556 PNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P556 PNG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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