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RMD 746Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,171 mi
Last recorded24,171 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMD 746Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 24,171 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,075 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 23,222 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 23,177 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,981 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 83,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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RMD 746Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RMD 746Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RMD 746Y registered?

RMD 746Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 23 August 1982.

Is RMD 746Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMD 746Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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