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EKC 787Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

39,476 mi
Last recorded39,476 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKC 787Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 39,476 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 39,476 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 39,473 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 39,469 miles

Brake performance not tested brake test not carried out (3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pad missing (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 39,441 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,440 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 39,438 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 39,437 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 39,436 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,434 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 39,433 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 39,432 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 39,431 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2008 39,429 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,419 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 39,417 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 39,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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EKC 787Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EKC 787Y, 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 EKC 787Y registered?

EKC 787Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 8 September 1982.

Is EKC 787Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKC 787Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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