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BAH 314X

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,125 mi
Last recorded11,125 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 314X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 11,125 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 11,123 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

General age related corrosion

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 11,106 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 11,102 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 11,093 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

gear lever loose

Fail 29 Jul 2022 11,093 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

gear lever loose

Pass 29 Jul 2021 10,346 miles

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

gear lever loose

Pass 30 Jul 2020 10,281 miles

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

o/s front fork leg slightly pitted in swept area

Pass 8 Mar 2019 10,174 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired rear light lense slightly damaged (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front offside fork slightly pitted in swept area

rear suspension action slightly stiff

Pass 9 Mar 2018 9,999 miles

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

rear suspension stiff

seat insecure

Pass 2 Aug 2007 9,859 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 8,905 miles

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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BAH 314X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 27,763 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 BAH 314X, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BAH 314X registered?

BAH 314X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is BAH 314X safe to buy?

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