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BLM 808Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Gold Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51 mi
Last recorded51 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLM 808Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 May 2022 51 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 48 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 13 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018

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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BLM 808Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Gold with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BLM 808Y, 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 BLM 808Y registered?

BLM 808Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 11 October 1982.

Is BLM 808Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLM 808Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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