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FHD 852Y

1983 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,463 mi
Last recorded69,463 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki GT55035,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHD 852Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 69,463 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 64,708 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 61,075 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 61,052 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 25 May 2011 57,313 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 57,313 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 52,093 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 52,093 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 51,920 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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FHD 852Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,847 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 FHD 852Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FHD 852Y registered?

FHD 852Y is a 1983 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 June 1983.

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