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B529 FHE

1985 Kawasaki Z550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,321 mi
Last recorded31,321 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z55030,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB529 FHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 31,321 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 31,202 miles

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively brake fulcrum shaft bushes worn (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 31,091 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 30,905 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 30,905 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 30,410 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 29,787 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 26,811 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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B529 FHE is a 1985 Kawasaki Z550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 30,905 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 B529 FHE, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B529 FHE registered?

B529 FHE is a 1985 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B529 FHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B529 FHE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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