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H540 CDV

1990 Kawasaki Z550-G4

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,133 mi
Last recorded34,133 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Z550-G440,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH540 CDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550-G4
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2014 34,133 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2013 32,610 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 8 May 2013 32,610 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 May 2012 31,725 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 30,325 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,521 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,694 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,144 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 27,867 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 26,654 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550-G4?

Based on 598 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
859
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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H540 CDV is a 1990 Kawasaki Z550-G4 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki Z550-G4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 40,175 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-G4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H540 CDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z550-G4 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki Z550-G4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H540 CDV registered?

H540 CDV is a 1990 Kawasaki Z550-G4, first registered on 25 September 1990.

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