1986 Kawasaki Gt550 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Gt550 models manufactured in 1986, based on 78 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1986 Kawasaki Gt550 MOT Analysis
The 1986 Kawasaki Gt550 has an MOT pass rate of 70.5% based on 78 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 38,219 miles on the odometer. With a 29.5% failure rate, the 1986 Gt550 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1986 Kawasaki Gt550 is Motorcycle tyres, responsible for 1.3% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 1.3%.
Top failures specific to 1986 models only. The overall Gt550 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.3% | 1 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 38,219 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.34 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.34 | 1.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1986 Kawasaki Gt550 has an MOT pass rate of 70.5% based on 78 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 38,219 miles on the odometer. With a 29.5% failure rate, the 1986 Gt550 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1986 Kawasaki Gt550, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 38,219 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle tyres — 1.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1986 Kawasaki Gt550 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1986 Kawasaki Gt550 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.