MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,738 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
L/H HANDLEBAR IS LOOSE - NOT INSECURE
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?
Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P987 PLK is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 P987 PLK, 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 P987 PLK registered?
P987 PLK is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 June 1997.
Is P987 PLK safe to buy?
The MOT history for P987 PLK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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