What year Kawasaki Z550 H2 is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1983 Kawasaki Z550 H2 has the highest pass rate at 77.2%, out of 474 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Kawasaki Z550 H2 MOT failures?

The most common Kawasaki Z550 H2 MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Kawasaki Z550 H2 — Reliability by Year

575 vehicles · MOT data 1983–1984 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Kawasaki Z550 H2 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

1983

77.2% pass rate · 474 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1984

66.7% pass rate · 101 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1984	66.7%	36,857 mi	101
1983	77.2%	35,343 mi	474

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