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B863 XKM

1985 Kawasaki Z550

Silver Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,520 mi
Last recorded36,520 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2005
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z55030,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB863 XKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2005 36,520 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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B863 XKM is a 1985 Kawasaki Z550 in Silver with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B863 XKM, 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 B863 XKM registered?

B863 XKM is a 1985 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 2 April 1985.

Is B863 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B863 XKM shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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