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L278 PCL

1993 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,277 mi
Last recorded28,277 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GT55032,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL278 PCL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 28,277 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 28,237 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 28,039 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 27,762 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 27,625 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 27,344 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 26,397 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 24,686 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 23,494 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 23,494 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2014 22,024 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 19,753 miles

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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L278 PCL is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 L278 PCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L278 PCL registered?

L278 PCL is a 1993 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 18 October 1993.

Is L278 PCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L278 PCL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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