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G832 VSE

1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,084 mi
Last recorded63,084 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 55023,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG832 VSE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 63,084 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 56,236 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 46,781 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 39,228 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,073 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 32,069 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 32,065 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 23,827 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 23,570 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 23,570 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 19,742 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 18,623 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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G832 VSE is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G832 VSE, 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 G832 VSE registered?

G832 VSE is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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