MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,398 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?
Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OTU 283Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Orange with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 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 OTU 283Y, 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 OTU 283Y registered?
OTU 283Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 21 June 1983.
Is OTU 283Y safe to buy?
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