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R97 XBU

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,755 mi
Last recorded39,755 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 XBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 39,755 miles

Front Headlight has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 15 Apr 2022 39,725 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 39,676 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 39,561 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 39,556 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2015 39,291 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))

rear mud guard showing signs of corrosion

Pass 4 Aug 2014 38,906 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,777 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 37,696 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 May 2011 37,696 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2009 37,424 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 37,424 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 35,753 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 34,941 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R97 XBU is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R97 XBU, 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 R97 XBU registered?

R97 XBU is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R97 XBU safe to buy?

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