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BFV 451Y

1983 Kawasaki Z550

Brown Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,616 mi
Last recorded41,616 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z55031,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFV 451Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2011 41,616 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Clutch cable fouled by lock stop

Exhaust mount slightly loose

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 41,616 miles

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

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Clutch cable fouled by lock stop

Exhaust mount slightly loose

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 43,507 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 43,477 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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BFV 451Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Brown with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 31,363 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 BFV 451Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFV 451Y registered?

BFV 451Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is BFV 451Y safe to buy?

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