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R258 EOC

1998 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,065 mi
Last recorded59,065 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GT55040,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 EOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 59,065 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 56,861 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 54,675 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 54,322 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 53,693 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 52,681 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 51,324 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 50,265 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 47,275 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 41,298 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 41,298 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 39,595 miles

swinging arm corroded

Fail 1 Aug 2013 38,779 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 38,779 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 37,376 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 37,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 40,500 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 40,500 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 40,462 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 39,390 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 38,856 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 37,399 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 35,761 miles

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

Rear 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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R258 EOC is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R258 EOC, 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.

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What year was R258 EOC registered?

R258 EOC is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R258 EOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 EOC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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