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WKO 705X

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

245 mi
Last recorded245 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2007
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKO 705X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2007 245 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 214 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 3 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 3 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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WKO 705X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 WKO 705X, 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

How do I check the history of WKO 705X?

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What year was WKO 705X registered?

WKO 705X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is WKO 705X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKO 705X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WKO 705X have outstanding finance?

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