MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,616 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
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))
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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