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X42 JLK

2000 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,836 mi
Last recorded31,836 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GT55026,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX42 JLK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2012 31,836 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 41,273 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 41,273 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 41,192 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 38,692 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 37,268 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 37,265 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 36,354 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 36,354 miles

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

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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X42 JLK is a 2000 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 X42 JLK, 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 X42 JLK registered?

X42 JLK is a 2000 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 November 2000.

Is X42 JLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X42 JLK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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