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P662 PGP

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

76,733 mi
Last recorded76,733 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP662 PGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2011 76,733 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 76,059 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 7 Nov 2009 76,059 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 22 Nov 2008 73,911 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 73,911 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 70,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 70,848 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 68,099 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 68,099 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 60,767 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 60,767 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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P662 PGP is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 36,834 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 P662 PGP, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P662 PGP registered?

P662 PGP is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 24 September 1996.

Is P662 PGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P662 PGP shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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