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M48 CSU

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,295 mi
Last recorded34,295 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM48 CSU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 34,295 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 30,893 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 30,599 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 30,369 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,796 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 26,796 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 22,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,423 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 18,583 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 17,033 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,712 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 15,621 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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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M48 CSU is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M48 CSU, 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 M48 CSU registered?

M48 CSU is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M48 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M48 CSU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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