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1991 KAWASAKI ZR550-B20.6L Petrol

J505 MBC

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1991 KAWASAKI ZR550-B2 — Petrol, 553cc. This vehicle has 46,811 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Expired
Expires 09/10/2024
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
1991
Engine
553cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data. The most recent MOT on 10 October 2023 at 46,811 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes in October 2022 and August 2021, suggesting a well-maintained machine that meets the minimum legal standards for safety and emissions. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 35 year old motorcycle, averaging roughly 1,337 miles per year. Between August 2021 and October 2023, the odometer moved only 773 miles, from 46,038 to 46,811 miles. This indicates the bike has spent significant periods stationary or has been used very sparingly in recent years. While the lack of mechanical failures is positive, such low usage often leads to specific degradation issues not always captured in a standard MOT. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that perish regardless of mileage. Rubber elements, including tyre sidewalls, fuel lines, and brake hoses, should be checked for cracking or hardening due to age. The low mileage suggests the engine may have suffered from long periods of standing, so checking for fuel system varnish and verifying the condition of the battery and fluids is essential. The absence of recorded advisories regarding corrosion or suspension wear is encouraging, but the age of the chassis necessitates a close look at the frame and swingarm for surface rust. Given the bike has not had a recorded test since October 2023, it is currently overdue for an MOT. A fresh inspection is required to ensure no new defects have developed during its recent period of inactivity.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data. The most recent MOT on 10 October 2023 at 46,811 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes in October 2022 and August 2021, suggesting a well-maintained machine that meets the minimum legal standards for safety and emissions. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 35 year old motorcycle, averaging roughly 1,337 miles per year. Between August 2021 and October 2023, the odometer moved only 773 miles, from 46,038 to 46,811 miles. This indicates the bike has spent significant periods stationary or has been used very sparingly in recent years. While the lack of mechanical failures is positive, such low usage often leads to specific degradation issues not always captured in a standard MOT. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that perish regardless of mileage. Rubber elements, including tyre sidewalls, fuel lines, and brake hoses, should be checked for cracking or hardening due to age. The low mileage suggests the engine may have suffered from long periods of standing, so checking for fuel system varnish and verifying the condition of the battery and fluids is essential. The absence of recorded advisories regarding corrosion or suspension wear is encouraging, but the age of the chassis necessitates a close look at the frame and swingarm for surface rust. Given the bike has not had a recorded test since October 2023, it is currently overdue for an MOT. A fresh inspection is required to ensure no new defects have developed during its recent period of inactivity.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1991, this Kawasaki Zr550-B2 with plate J505 MBC has undergone 4 MOT inspections since August 2021.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 75% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 1 fails. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

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