MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,653 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
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))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
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))
Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
The MOT history for G242 YNF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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