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MDB 487W

1980 Kawasaki Z550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,876 mi
Last recorded24,876 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z55031,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDB 487W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2014 24,876 miles

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)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,876 miles

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)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 23,819 miles

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)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 23,819 miles

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)

Pass 22 May 2007 17,435 miles

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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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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