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D960 DLP

1987 Kawasaki GT550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

51,882 mi
Last recorded51,882 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GT55042,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD960 DLP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 51,882 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engihe oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2025 51,660 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 51,307 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 51,056 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 51,056 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 50,639 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,682 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 49,330 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 48,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 48,242 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 48,054 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 47,632 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 47,133 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,590 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 45,980 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 45,542 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 44,442 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 43,565 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 41,886 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 40,781 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 39,561 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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D960 DLP is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 D960 DLP, 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

How do I check the history of D960 DLP?

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What year was D960 DLP registered?

D960 DLP is a 1987 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 26 May 1987.

Is D960 DLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D960 DLP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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