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X173 XUM

2001 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,328 mi
Last recorded38,328 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GT55031,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX173 XUM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 38,328 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 38,108 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 38,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 37,765 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 37,711 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 37,641 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 37,641 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,608 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 36,608 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 35,050 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 34,177 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 31,178 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,178 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,967 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 29,967 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2010 28,463 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 26,887 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 25,240 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 23,064 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 20,150 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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X173 XUM is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,678 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X173 XUM, 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 25 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 X173 XUM registered?

X173 XUM is a 2001 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is X173 XUM safe to buy?

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