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G228 RFV

1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,690 mi
Last recorded23,690 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 55023,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG228 RFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 23,690 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 23,681 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking/tight to turn, not returning (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 23,606 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 23,370 miles

Rear brake starting to bind

Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,187 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 22,937 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 22,736 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 22,442 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 22,083 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,904 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 21,366 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 21,366 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 20,954 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 20,954 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2009 20,260 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

brake caliper vibration strips u/s

Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,260 miles

Chain guard missing

brake caliper vibration strips u/s

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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G228 RFV is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 23,603 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 G228 RFV, 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 36 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 G228 RFV registered?

G228 RFV is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is G228 RFV safe to buy?

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