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D751 HPR

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,476 mi
Last recorded66,476 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD751 HPR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 66,476 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 65,632 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 65,098 miles

Front Tyre sidewall cracking

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

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

Rear Tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 28 Oct 2022 64,541 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 63,846 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 63,279 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 62,924 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 62,459 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 61,317 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 61,317 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 59,287 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2016 59,287 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 52,800 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 46,811 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 36,920 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 36,483 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,382 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,373 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 36,373 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 36,361 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 36,355 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 36,355 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 36,329 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 36,119 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 36,119 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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D751 HPR is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 42,373 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 D751 HPR, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D751 HPR registered?

D751 HPR is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 8 April 1987.

Is D751 HPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D751 HPR shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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