MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,304 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
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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H396 HLN is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 H396 HLN, 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 H396 HLN registered?
H396 HLN is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 14 June 1991.
Is H396 HLN safe to buy?
The MOT history for H396 HLN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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