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G303 FVT

1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,817 mi
Last recorded20,817 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 55023,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG303 FVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 20,817 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 20,814 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Apr 2014 20,803 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 17,349 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,474 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 12,407 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 10,815 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 10,287 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 8,729 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,729 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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G303 FVT is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G303 FVT, 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 G303 FVT registered?

G303 FVT is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G303 FVT safe to buy?

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