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DTY 261W

1980 Kawasaki Z550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,833 mi
Last recorded29,833 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z55031,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTY 261W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 29,833 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 29,821 miles

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2019 28,215 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 26,545 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 24,048 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 20,537 miles

Handle bar control all on righthand side

Pass 19 Jun 2015 17,617 miles

handle bar control all on righthand side

Fail 19 Jun 2015 17,617 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

handle bar control all on righthand side

Pass 22 Apr 2014 16,093 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 15,860 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 15,491 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 12,597 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 11,433 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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DTY 261W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,292 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 DTY 261W, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DTY 261W registered?

DTY 261W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DTY 261W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTY 261W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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