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JHM 653W

1981 Kawasaki Z550

Purple Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,364 mi
Last recorded16,364 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z55025,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHM 653W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,364 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 15,130 miles

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 2 May 2015 11,555 miles

Front tyre starting to show signs of age deteriation

Pass 8 May 2014 7,376 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 7,369 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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JHM 653W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z550 in Purple with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 25,602 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 JHM 653W, 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 45 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 JHM 653W registered?

JHM 653W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is JHM 653W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHM 653W shows 5 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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