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GDY 513X

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,457 mi
Last recorded37,457 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDY 513X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 37,457 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 37,385 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 37,304 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 May 2018 35,305 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 50,729 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 50,676 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2014 50,676 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 50,552 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 49,432 miles

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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GDY 513X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GDY 513X, 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 GDY 513X registered?

GDY 513X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 21 April 1982.

Is GDY 513X safe to buy?

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