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JAO 67V

1980 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

37,413 mi
Last recorded37,413 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z55031,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAO 67V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2012 37,413 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

both front fork legs slightly pitted

indicators not fitted at time of test,only use during day light hours not to be used at times of seriously redused visability

nearside rear shocker bump stop missing

rear tyre soft/cracked

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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JAO 67V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,292 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 JAO 67V, 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 46 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 JAO 67V registered?

JAO 67V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 13 May 1980.

Is JAO 67V safe to buy?

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