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Q498RFE

2005 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,933 mi
Last recorded51,933 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ498RFE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2007 51,933 miles

indicators and side lights could be better

Pass 7 Sep 2006 45,929 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 45,986 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 45,972 miles

Nearside Front Sidecar front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Offside Front Sidecar front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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Q498RFE is a 2005 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Q498RFE, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Q498RFE registered?

Q498RFE is a 2005 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is Q498RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q498RFE 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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