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JRV 341X

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

4,019 mi
Last recorded4,019 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 341X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 4,019 miles

Headlight mask fitted

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 4,019 miles

Headlight mask fitted

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 3,252 miles

Front Indicator stems perished/damaged.

Headlight mask fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2021 3,070 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2020 2,798 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Headlamp mask fitted/beam kick up incorrect.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 2,235 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 1,319 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 1,319 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 512 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 926 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 320 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jun 2011
Fail 4 Jun 2011

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 8 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 41,283 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2008 41,267 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2008 41,207 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

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

rear tyre repaired and damaged

Pass 24 Aug 2007 39,004 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 36,672 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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JRV 341X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 JRV 341X, 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.

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What year was JRV 341X registered?

JRV 341X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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