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V185 KGK

1999 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,889 mi
Last recorded49,889 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GT55026,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV185 KGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 49,889 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 44,454 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 43,118 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 41,513 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 39,721 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 38,485 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 37,201 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 35,439 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 34,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 34,424 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 32,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 31,938 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 31,938 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 31,325 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 28,715 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 28,715 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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V185 KGK is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 V185 KGK, 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 V185 KGK registered?

V185 KGK is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is V185 KGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V185 KGK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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