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P950 RHV

1996 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,398 mi
Last recorded61,398 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GT55036,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP950 RHV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 61,398 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 67,168 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 66,078 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 64,746 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 63,271 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 59,547 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 58,853 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 58,760 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 58,654 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2016 58,594 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 57,726 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 55,250 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 51,629 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

rear number plate damaged but still legible

Pass 13 Apr 2012 51,142 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 46,084 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,084 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 46,084 miles

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 44,059 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 43,514 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 42,918 miles

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

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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P950 RHV is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P950 RHV, 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

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What year was P950 RHV registered?

P950 RHV is a 1996 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 9 August 1996.

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