MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,414 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
An item not tested (Manual)
Horn control defective (1.7.2a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)
Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
No reserve travel on rear brake
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?
Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MGX 17W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 MGX 17W, 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.
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What year was MGX 17W registered?
MGX 17W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 1 October 1980.
Is MGX 17W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MGX 17W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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