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D217 EOW

1986 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

54,342 mi
Last recorded54,342 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki Z55035,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD217 EOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 54,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 23,482 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2020 50,434 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 50,140 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 49,748 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear mud guard cracked temp repair done

Pass 20 Apr 2017 49,488 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 49,174 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 48,783 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 48,542 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 48,368 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 48,338 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 47,952 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 47,921 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,661 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2007 47,399 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2007 47,399 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 47,094 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear drum has slight ovality

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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D217 EOW is a 1986 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 35,354 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 D217 EOW, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D217 EOW registered?

D217 EOW is a 1986 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 18 November 1986.

Is D217 EOW safe to buy?

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