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BHP 637Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,901 mi
Last recorded3,901 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHP 637Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2013 3,901 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Petrol Tank Moves up and Down Slightly on fixing

Pass 19 Aug 2011 3,870 miles

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

Head Bearings creak very slightly but are otherwise Ok

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Petrol Tank is secure , but can be moved up and down at front near headstock

Pass 20 Aug 2010 3,745 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 2,035 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 2 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BHP 637Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BHP 637Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHP 637Y registered?

BHP 637Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is BHP 637Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHP 637Y shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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