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S686 ATX

1999 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

81,591 mi
Last recorded81,591 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GT55026,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS686 ATX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 81,591 miles

frame is slightly corroded and rear swing arm

Pass 30 Apr 2024 79,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 77,600 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 75,029 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 73,230 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 73,066 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 71,832 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 70,122 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 69,009 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 67,323 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 62,273 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 62,273 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 60,479 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 56,288 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 53,463 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 53,463 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 50,331 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 48,909 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 45,875 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 43,239 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 39,641 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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S686 ATX is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,686 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 S686 ATX, 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 27 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 S686 ATX registered?

S686 ATX is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S686 ATX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S686 ATX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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