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D696 VHK

1987 Kawasaki Z550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,445 mi
Last recorded28,445 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki Z55036,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD696 VHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 28,445 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 27,716 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 27,027 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 27,008 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 26,993 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 26,977 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,781 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 26,726 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,334 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2012 25,949 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,507 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 24,009 miles

u bolts on rear axle bit short

front brake flexy pipes not matching pair

rear reg slight damage

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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D696 VHK is a 1987 Kawasaki Z550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 36,240 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 D696 VHK, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D696 VHK registered?

D696 VHK is a 1987 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 13 March 1987.

Is D696 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D696 VHK shows 12 tests 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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