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L826 KNB

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,266 mi
Last recorded56,266 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL826 KNB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 56,266 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 56,113 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 55,176 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 55,176 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 54,242 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 54,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 51,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 50,265 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 49,331 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 48,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 48,550 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 47,533 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 45,419 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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L826 KNB is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L826 KNB, 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 L826 KNB registered?

L826 KNB is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 25 May 1994.

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The MOT history for L826 KNB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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