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V876 DBA

1999 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

19,828 mi
Last recorded19,828 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GT55026,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV876 DBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 19,828 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 19,800 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 19,800 miles

Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 19,489 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 19,253 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 18,815 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 18,465 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 18,465 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 17,791 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 17,178 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 16,727 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 16,384 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,868 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 15,027 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 14,604 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 16,241 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 13,641 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2012 13,641 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 12,731 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 11,817 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,687 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,469 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 6,820 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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V876 DBA is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V876 DBA, 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 V876 DBA registered?

V876 DBA is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 7 December 1999.

Is V876 DBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V876 DBA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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