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A473 MJK

1984 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,407 mi
Last recorded19,407 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki Z55040,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA473 MJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 19,407 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 19,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

bare wiring connectors by handle bars

Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,309 miles

aim is deteriating

Fail 6 Sep 2016 19,309 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (9.2.1c)

aim is deteriating

Pass 28 Jul 2015 18,978 miles

beam image is deteriating

Fail 14 Jul 2015 18,977 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

beam image is deteriating

front wheel has a light bind

Pass 29 May 2013 18,496 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

frunt shocks has light damping effort

hand brake is awkward to use

Fail 29 May 2013 18,496 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

frunt shocks has light damping effort

hand brake is awkward to use

Fail 25 May 2012 27,510 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front shock absorber fouling (9.2.7c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (9.2.1c)

frunt tyre perishing and close to limit

unable to check number plate lights

Pass 25 May 2012 27,510 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

frunt tyre perishing and close to limit

unable to check number plate lights

Pass 15 May 2007 28,017 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 28,017 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 28,279 miles

Oil leak

Slight oil damping on front fork right hand leg

Fail 14 Aug 2006 28,279 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Slight oil damping on front fork right hand leg

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Horn not working 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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A473 MJK is a 1984 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,037 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 Z550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A473 MJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z550 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A473 MJK is a 1984 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 11 July 1984.

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