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W81 VRK

2000 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,028 mi
Last recorded23,028 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GT55026,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW81 VRK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 23,028 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 21,953 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 20,994 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 20,675 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 20,294 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,024 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear 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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W81 VRK is a 2000 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 26,917 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 W81 VRK, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W81 VRK registered?

W81 VRK is a 2000 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 20 July 2000.

Is W81 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W81 VRK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W81 VRK have outstanding finance?

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