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URM 557Y

1982 Kawasaki Z750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

240 mi
Last recorded240 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z75026,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURM 557Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 240 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 230 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 351 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 351 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 133 miles

exhaust noisey but unable to compare to standard bike

Fail 14 Jun 2019 133 miles

Registration plate incorrect to small and wrong colour (0.1 (c))

exhaust noisey but unable to compare to standard bike

Pass 11 May 2016 794 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 363 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2014 363 miles

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)

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 355 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 5 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 49,985 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z750?

Based on 15,307 MOT tests across 1,858 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 155
reflector on motorcycle missing 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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URM 557Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 26,390 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 Z750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying URM 557Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z750 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was URM 557Y registered?

URM 557Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is URM 557Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for URM 557Y shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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