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L581 LJM

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,857 mi
Last recorded63,857 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2011
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL581 LJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2011 63,857 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 63,327 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 62,104 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 60,355 miles

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 59,662 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 56,741 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 56,690 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2006 56,685 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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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L581 LJM is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 L581 LJM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L581 LJM registered?

L581 LJM is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 16 June 1994.

Is L581 LJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L581 LJM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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