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D75 RNA

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,273 mi
Last recorded46,273 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD75 RNA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 46,273 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2023 45,253 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 45,253 miles

Riders seat insecure Fixing screw too short to get a nut on. (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2022 44,534 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 43,766 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 41,751 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 41,125 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 41,125 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 39,662 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 39,662 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 38,753 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 37,588 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2011 37,588 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 36,355 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 35,102 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 33,895 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 33,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 33,127 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 32,475 miles

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

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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D75 RNA is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 D75 RNA, 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.

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What year was D75 RNA registered?

D75 RNA is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 23 May 1987.

Is D75 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D75 RNA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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