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H551 GLK

1991 Kawasaki AR50

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,301 mi
Last recorded13,301 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2014
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki AR5014,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH551 GLK
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2014 13,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,046 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 21,046 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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H551 GLK is a 1991 Kawasaki AR50 in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 14,990 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 AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H551 GLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H551 GLK registered?

H551 GLK is a 1991 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 9 January 1991.

Is H551 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H551 GLK shows 3 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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