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P874 PYY

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,653 mi
Last recorded73,653 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP874 PYY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 73,653 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 71,200 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 65,693 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 63,620 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 61,239 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 59,374 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 55,881 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 50,517 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 50,517 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 45,402 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2006 40,803 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 40,803 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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P874 PYY is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P874 PYY, 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 P874 PYY registered?

P874 PYY is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P874 PYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P874 PYY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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