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R219 JGU

1998 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,624 mi
Last recorded46,624 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GT55040,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 JGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,624 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 45,948 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 45,188 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 44,816 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,268 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 43,578 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 42,796 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 42,201 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 39,052 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 35,969 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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R219 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 40,737 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 R219 JGU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R219 JGU registered?

R219 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R219 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R219 JGU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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