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HTT 262Y

1983 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,875 mi
Last recorded9,875 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z55031,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTT 262Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 9,875 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 9,875 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split pin missing rear wheel spindle (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 8,593 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 8,199 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 3,691 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 2,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

part of chain guard missing

Pass 17 Dec 2009 6 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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HTT 262Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HTT 262Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HTT 262Y registered?

HTT 262Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HTT 262Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTT 262Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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