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P687 XUM

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,905 mi
Last recorded31,905 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP687 XUM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 31,905 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 30,363 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,239 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 28,239 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 27,119 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 27,096 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 20,794 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 19,759 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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P687 XUM 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 75%.

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 P687 XUM, 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 P687 XUM registered?

P687 XUM is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P687 XUM safe to buy?

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