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P794 CTN

1997 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,495 mi
Last recorded28,495 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GT55029,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 CTN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 28,495 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 28,485 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 28,175 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 27,554 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 27,011 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 27,011 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 26,167 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 26,167 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 25,195 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,969 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 24,969 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 23,463 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2007 23,463 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,505 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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P794 CTN is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,544 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 P794 CTN, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P794 CTN registered?

P794 CTN is a 1997 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P794 CTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P794 CTN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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