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FFA 625Y

1983 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,878 mi
Last recorded24,878 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z55031,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 625Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 24,878 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 24,878 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 24,861 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 24,861 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working BOTH FRONT AND REAR (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 24,689 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 23,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 24 Feb 2007 23,299 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 23,299 miles

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

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

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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FFA 625Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FFA 625Y, 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 FFA 625Y registered?

FFA 625Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFA 625Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFA 625Y shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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