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L835 TNV

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,389 mi
Last recorded51,389 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL835 TNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 51,389 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 51,385 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 51,270 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 51,286 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 51,263 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 51,110 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 50,657 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 49,541 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 47,456 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 47,456 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 47,447 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,789 miles

Refer to advisories from origional test

Fail 29 Jun 2007 40,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2006 38,577 miles

slight wear in o/s/r top shock mount

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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L835 TNV is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L835 TNV, 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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L835 TNV is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 4 March 1994.

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