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B79 CHR

1984 Kawasaki Z550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,382 mi
Last recorded74,382 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki Z55040,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB79 CHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 74,382 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 69,028 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 62,882 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 58,979 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 58,979 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 54,068 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 49,871 miles

Front Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Sidestand safety switch inop,

Slight sponge front brake, not excessive,

Fail 6 Mar 2014 49,871 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Sidestand safety switch inop,

Slight sponge front brake, not excessive,

Pass 1 Mar 2013 47,959 miles

Front Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Front brake spongie,

Pass 10 Jun 2011 46,276 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,263 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 44,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 43,386 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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B79 CHR is a 1984 Kawasaki Z550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,037 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 B79 CHR, 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 42 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B79 CHR registered?

B79 CHR is a 1984 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B79 CHR safe to buy?

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