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K540 SCK

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Orange Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,636 mi
Last recorded27,636 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK540 SCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 27,636 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 27,636 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 27,674 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 27,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear tyre has age related cracks

Rear rear wheel bearings have slight play

steering head bearing slightly notchy with wheel raised.

Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,513 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 27,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Apr 2013 27,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 May 2012 27,233 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 27,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 25 May 2011 27,137 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 May 2010 26,612 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 26,406 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 26,406 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 26,102 miles

FRONT NEARSIDE CALIPER SLIGHTLY STICKING

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 25,856 miles

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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K540 SCK is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Orange with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,090 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 K540 SCK, 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 33 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 K540 SCK registered?

K540 SCK is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 11 February 1993.

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