MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,592 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front tyre perished
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
front tyre,cracks on side walls,and through tread.
Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?
Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.
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EKE 497Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 EKE 497Y, 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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EKE 497Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 7 February 1983.
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