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L242 GYH

1993 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,566 mi
Last recorded5,566 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GT55032,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL242 GYH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 5,566 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 5,503 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 49,784 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2012 49,020 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 49,020 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 49,020 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 49,020 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 49,020 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 49,020 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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L242 GYH is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 32,890 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 L242 GYH, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L242 GYH registered?

L242 GYH is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 August 1993.

Is L242 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L242 GYH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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