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M493 MKL

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,975 mi
Last recorded26,975 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM493 MKL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 26,975 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 26,941 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2014 21,089 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 18,185 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 18,185 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,699 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 16,421 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 15,706 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 15,699 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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M493 MKL is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M493 MKL, 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 M493 MKL registered?

M493 MKL is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 9 August 1994.

Is M493 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M493 MKL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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