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H429 CMD

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,723 mi
Last recorded24,723 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH429 CMD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 24,723 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 24,264 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 24,258 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 23,802 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 21,639 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 21,639 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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H429 CMD is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H429 CMD, 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 H429 CMD registered?

H429 CMD is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 April 1991.

Is H429 CMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H429 CMD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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