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G242 YNF

1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,653 mi
Last recorded58,653 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 55023,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG242 YNF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 58,653 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 58,653 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 56,430 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 54,814 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 52,747 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 51,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 48,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 48,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 44,934 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 44,934 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,219 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 29,182 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 26,730 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 26,730 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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G242 YNF is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G242 YNF, 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 G242 YNF registered?

G242 YNF is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G242 YNF safe to buy?

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