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P820 OYG

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,892 mi
Last recorded42,892 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 OYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 May 2016 42,892 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded rear frame holed and corroded in close proximity to rear shock absorber mountings (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded main frame corroded. Some corrosion around oil cooler and headstock, Unable to see extent of corrosion due to oil cooler being in the way. (6.1.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 40,174 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear shockabsorber bushes are worn

Pass 16 Jul 2015 40,174 miles

rear shockabsorber bushes are worn

Pass 12 Jun 2014 39,987 miles

swinging arm covered in thick underseal

Fail 21 Feb 2013 39,968 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2013 39,968 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 39,145 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 36,769 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 35,629 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 33,210 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 28,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 20,613 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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P820 OYG is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P820 OYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P820 OYG?

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What year was P820 OYG registered?

P820 OYG is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P820 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 OYG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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