What year Kawasaki Z 550g3 is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1986 Kawasaki Z 550g3 has the highest pass rate at 88.5%, out of 182 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Kawasaki Z 550g3 MOT failures?

The most common Kawasaki Z 550g3 MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Kawasaki Z 550g3 — Reliability by Year

337 vehicles · MOT data 1986–1987 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Kawasaki Z 550g3 was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1986

88.5% pass rate · 182 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1987

83.4% pass rate · 155 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1987	83.4%	38,340 mi	155
1986	88.5%	36,327 mi	182

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