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T274 BRM

1999 Kawasaki GT550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,070 mi
Last recorded83,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GT55026,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT274 BRM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGT550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 83,070 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 82,355 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 79,800 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 76,621 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 76,621 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 76,275 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 76,275 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2012 76,269 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 76,269 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 75,721 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 75,721 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2010 74,011 miles

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

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

no plate damaged

poor reserve adjustment on rear brake

Pass 8 Jul 2010 74,011 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

no plate damaged

poor reserve adjustment on rear brake

Pass 9 Jul 2009 72,605 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 70,773 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 70,073 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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T274 BRM is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki GT550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,686 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 T274 BRM, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki GT550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T274 BRM registered?

T274 BRM is a 1999 Kawasaki GT550, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T274 BRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T274 BRM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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