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D609 UFE

1986 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,328 mi
Last recorded56,328 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki Z55035,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD609 UFE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 56,328 miles

frame and swing arm corroding

front brake disc worn and corroding

oil leak

rear tyre worn very low border line

Fail 26 May 2017 56,295 miles

Brake locking device missing rear brake reaction bracket (split pin missing ) (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

frame and swing arm corroding

front brake disc worn and corroding

oil leak

rear tyre worn very low border line

Pass 4 Jun 2016 50,668 miles

conditon of rear number plate

Fail 2 Jun 2016 50,659 miles

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

conditon of rear number plate

Pass 26 May 2015 44,915 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 40,273 miles

exhaust slight blow at head(border line) temp repair to silencer pipe

handle bars slightley twisted

Pass 5 Jun 2013 47,109 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 47,109 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 44,215 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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D609 UFE is a 1986 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D609 UFE, 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 D609 UFE registered?

D609 UFE is a 1986 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 10 October 1986.

Is D609 UFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D609 UFE shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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