MOT reliability
Kawasaki Z550ltd
6 vehicles · 57 completed MOT tests analysed
82%
MOT pass rate
Based on 6 Kawasaki Z550ltd vehicles and 57 completed MOT tests, the Kawasaki Z550ltd has an overall 82% pass rate, with an average recorded mileage of 24,214 miles.
6
Vehicles
57
MOT tests
171
Avg miles / year
0.6
Faults per test
0%
Dangerous-fault share
Kawasaki Z550ltd problem areas
Where faults occur most across all Kawasaki Z550ltd MOT tests:
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Other84%
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Steering16%
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Emissions & nuisance8%
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Brakes3%
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Body & structure3%
Kawasaki Z550ltd pass rate by age
| Age (years) | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 1 | 0% |
| 12 | 1 | 100% |
| 13 | 2 | 50% |
| 14 | 1 | 100% |
| 15 | 1 | 100% |
| 16 | 2 | 50% |
| 19 | 1 | 100% |
Fuel types: Petrol (6)
Most common Kawasaki Z550ltd MOT faults
These are the faults and advisories recorded most often across Kawasaki Z550ltd MOT tests:
- Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a)) (3 times)
- Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) (2 times)
- Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d) (2 times)
- Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a) (2 times)
- Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b) (2 times)
- play in front brake caliper mountings (2 times)
- Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) (1 times)
- Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) (1 times)
- Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d) (1 times)
- Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c) (1 times)
- Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) (1 times)
- Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) (1 times)
- Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d) (1 times)
- Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3) (1 times)
- Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) (1 times)
Kawasaki Z550ltd pass rate by registration year
| Year | Vehicles | Tests | Pass rate | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 | 1 | 0% | 45,011 |
| 1995 | 1 | 8 | 75% | 15,690 |
| 1983 | 1 | 8 | 88% | 21,966 |
| 1981 | 2 | 23 | 83% | 18,559 |
| 1980 | 1 | 17 | 88% | 25,501 |
Kawasaki Z550ltd reliability FAQ
Across 6 Kawasaki Z550ltd vehicles in our MOT data,
82% pass the MOT (a 18% failure rate), with about
0.6 faults or advisories recorded per test.
The most frequently recorded Kawasaki Z550ltd MOT issues are:
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a)); Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3); Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d).
The typical Kawasaki Z550ltd in our data has covered around
24,214 miles.
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