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H227 MVT

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

33,822 mi
Last recorded33,822 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2020
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH227 MVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2020 33,822 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low to 1.4mm l/l is 1mm and side walls perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

dampness around fuel tap

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 9 Oct 2018 31,627 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 30,896 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 30,709 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 29,364 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 28,849 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 28,849 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 26,651 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 26,651 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 23,600 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 23,600 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 22,769 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 22,766 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

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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H227 MVT is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 26,487 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 H227 MVT, 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 35 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 H227 MVT registered?

H227 MVT is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 20 May 1991.

Is H227 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H227 MVT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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