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S986 EGH

1998 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,285 mi
Last recorded64,285 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GT55040,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS986 EGH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 64,285 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 63,560 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 63,287 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 62,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 61,573 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 60,983 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 60,983 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 60,195 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 60,195 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 58,719 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 56,052 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 54,842 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 54,842 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 51,490 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2014 50,093 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 48,071 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 48,071 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,287 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 42,281 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 39,557 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 36,551 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 33,817 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 33,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2007 30,331 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 26,440 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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S986 EGH is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 S986 EGH, 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 S986 EGH registered?

S986 EGH is a 1998 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S986 EGH safe to buy?

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