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KTL 706Y

1983 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,176 mi
Last recorded31,176 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z55031,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTL 706Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 31,176 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 31,062 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 30,893 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 29,705 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 29,407 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 29,386 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

stone chip in headlamp glass

Pass 13 May 2008 29,071 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 28,014 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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KTL 706Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KTL 706Y, 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.

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What year was KTL 706Y registered?

KTL 706Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 24 May 1983.

Is KTL 706Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTL 706Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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