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HNF 409Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,397 mi
Last recorded30,397 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 409Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 30,397 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 30,392 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 30,151 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 29,669 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Jul 2010 29,067 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 29,067 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 28,774 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 28,382 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 27,777 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 27,166 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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HNF 409Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HNF 409Y, 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

How do I check the history of HNF 409Y?

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What year was HNF 409Y registered?

HNF 409Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HNF 409Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 409Y shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HNF 409Y have outstanding finance?

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