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URR 744X

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,300 mi
Last recorded12,300 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURR 744X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 12,300 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 8,778 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 7,563 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 7,556 miles

Footrest missing rear (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 6,843 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 6,090 miles

Drive chain slightly tight Has a very tight spot in it. (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 5,583 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 5,082 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 5,082 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 4,668 miles

Rear brake is binding slightly

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2010 2,535 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 May 2009 927 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 19 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 19 miles
Pass 4 May 2006
Fail 3 May 2006

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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URR 744X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 URR 744X, 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 URR 744X registered?

URR 744X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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The MOT history for URR 744X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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