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M146 BGK

1995 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,277 mi
Last recorded29,277 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GT55026,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM146 BGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 29,277 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 29,277 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2014 29,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 28,926 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 28,916 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 28,517 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 76,274 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 72,188 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 72,188 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2006 66,920 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 66,920 miles

Front 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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M146 BGK is a 1995 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 26,186 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 M146 BGK, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M146 BGK registered?

M146 BGK is a 1995 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 3 February 1995.

Is M146 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M146 BGK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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