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DHW 917W

1980 Kawasaki Z550

Yellow Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,402 mi
Last recorded22,402 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2009
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z55031,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 917W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,402 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 22,376 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 22,373 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 22,313 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

slight drag on front brake

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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DHW 917W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550 in Yellow with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,292 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 DHW 917W, 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 46 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 DHW 917W?

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What year was DHW 917W registered?

DHW 917W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 3 September 1980.

Is DHW 917W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 917W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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