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M988 PJB

1994 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

54,653 mi
Last recorded54,653 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GT55034,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM988 PJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 54,653 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 53,339 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 53,339 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 51,625 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 49,364 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 49,364 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009
Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,774 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 46,774 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 44,136 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 44,136 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 44,127 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 40,538 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 40,538 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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M988 PJB is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 M988 PJB, 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 M988 PJB registered?

M988 PJB is a 1994 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 21 December 1994.

Is M988 PJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M988 PJB shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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