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R451 OGN

1998 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

73,006 mi
Last recorded73,006 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GT55040,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 OGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 73,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 69,147 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 69,147 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 62,311 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 53,386 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 46,899 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 44,356 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 41,513 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 33,801 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 33,793 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 31,459 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 31,459 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 28,100 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 28,100 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 26,476 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,375 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,284 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,755 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 13,755 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 8,015 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 5,040 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 4,266 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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R451 OGN is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 R451 OGN, 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 R451 OGN registered?

R451 OGN is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R451 OGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 OGN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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