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H432 YYW

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,923 mi
Last recorded19,923 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH432 YYW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 19,923 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 19,549 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 19,543 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 19,211 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear brake disc corroded

Pass 2 May 2014 18,858 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 17,807 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 16,386 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 16,385 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 16,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 15,797 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 15,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 15,695 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 15,695 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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H432 YYW is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 H432 YYW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H432 YYW?

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What year was H432 YYW registered?

H432 YYW is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 June 1991.

Is H432 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H432 YYW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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