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P761 RWS

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

51,052 mi
Last recorded51,052 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP761 RWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 51,052 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 50,244 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 49,390 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 49,390 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 48,290 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 48,174 miles

Inner Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Inner Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Oct 2010 46,906 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 46,906 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 46,245 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 45,567 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 44,557 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 44,557 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 43,938 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 43,836 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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P761 RWS is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P761 RWS, 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 P761 RWS registered?

P761 RWS is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 21 October 1996.

Is P761 RWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P761 RWS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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