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R734 BHU

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,933 mi
Last recorded32,933 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 BHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 32,933 miles

idle is high

Fail 29 Dec 2014 32,933 miles

Brake pedal operating lever not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Hydraulic brake cylinder locking device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Nearside Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

wiring touching rear wheel

idle is high

locking devise on front wheel spindle

lolcking devise on o/s fork to hold spindle

rear flexy hose missing

shocker top bolts not through nuts

Pass 6 Jan 2014 32,317 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 32,362 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 31,531 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 31,530 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 29,080 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 29,080 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 25,735 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,735 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 22,907 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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R734 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R734 BHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R734 BHU registered?

R734 BHU is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 10 November 1997.

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