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R68 CGX

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,548 mi
Last recorded68,548 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 CGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 68,548 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 67,062 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 67,021 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 66,649 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 66,583 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 66,572 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 66,000 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 64,470 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2012 60,651 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 56,858 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 48,691 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 48,687 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 39,190 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 35,808 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 22,183 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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R68 CGX is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R68 CGX, 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 R68 CGX registered?

R68 CGX is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R68 CGX safe to buy?

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