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M488 YGT

1994 Kawasaki Trike

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

530 mi
Last recorded530 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Trike21,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 YGT
MakeKawasaki
ModelTrike
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 530 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 186 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 3,071 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 1,100 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 2,870 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 2,707 miles

Slight leak from nearside fork oil seal

Pass 21 Jun 2017 2,444 miles

park brake only just met required limits

Pass 6 May 2016 1,671 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 995 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 231 miles

ignition switch has scuffed on one corner from being close to chain

indicators flash close to max rate

park brake has only just met required limits

park brake operating only on 1 side

Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,309 miles

rear brakes meet requirements but feel slightly vague

Pass 6 May 2011 40,910 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 May 2011 40,850 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 38,615 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2008 37,831 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 7 Nov 2008 37,812 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 30,497 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 30,497 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2006 30,218 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 30,195 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Trike?

Based on 1,458 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector missing 22
Stop lamp not working 19
brake recording little or no effort 14
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
shock absorber leaking oil 11
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M488 YGT is a 1994 Kawasaki Trike in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 21,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Trike fails its MOT is reflector missing, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M488 YGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M488 YGT?

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What year was M488 YGT registered?

M488 YGT is a 1994 Kawasaki Trike, first registered on 2 September 1994.

Is M488 YGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M488 YGT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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