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M688 WMA

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,012 mi
Last recorded23,012 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM688 WMA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 23,012 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 22,990 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 22,687 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake discs worn at wear limit

Headlight slightly insecure

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 22,296 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 21,449 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2021 19,324 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 17,778 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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M688 WMA is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M688 WMA, 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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What year was M688 WMA registered?

M688 WMA is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 3 November 1994.

Is M688 WMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M688 WMA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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