MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,876 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front Upper Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)
Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Offside Front Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front Upper Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Front Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?
Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MDB 487W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550 in Silver with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 MDB 487W, 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.
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What year was MDB 487W registered?
MDB 487W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 29 September 1980.
Is MDB 487W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MDB 487W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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