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T709 JTW

1999 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,504 mi
Last recorded38,504 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GT55026,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT709 JTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 38,504 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 38,499 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 38,115 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 38,047 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 37,821 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 37,466 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 37,037 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight Blow from the Exhaust Collector Joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 36,352 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,677 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 34,309 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 33,034 miles

Top Box Insecure.

Pass 15 Feb 2014 32,018 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 30,315 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 28,780 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,517 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 22,452 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 21,199 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,438 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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T709 JTW is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T709 JTW, 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 T709 JTW registered?

T709 JTW is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 20 March 1999.

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The MOT history for T709 JTW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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