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J553 HOW

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,609 mi
Last recorded40,609 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2009
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ553 HOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2009 40,609 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 18 Feb 2008 40,430 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 36,470 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 30,889 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 30,889 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?

Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,073
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 200
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 99
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
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J553 HOW is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 25,556 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J553 HOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J553 HOW registered?

J553 HOW is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 30 July 1992.

Is J553 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J553 HOW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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