MOT Status
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62,854 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
front wheel bearings are slightly rough
Front wheel bearing slightly rough
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GT550?
Based on 15,005 MOT tests across 2,006 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R438 AHE is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.
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 R438 AHE, 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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How do I check the history of R438 AHE?
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What year was R438 AHE registered?
R438 AHE is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 May 1998.
Is R438 AHE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R438 AHE shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R438 AHE have outstanding finance?
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