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L448 XLC

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,743 mi
Last recorded35,743 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL448 XLC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,743 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 35,743 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,659 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,643 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 35,643 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 35,636 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 35,636 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 35,600 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 35,538 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2007 35,365 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 May 2007 35,365 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 May 2006 35,187 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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L448 XLC is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 34,920 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 L448 XLC, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L448 XLC registered?

L448 XLC is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 22 July 1994.

Is L448 XLC safe to buy?

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