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H487 HSM

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,000 mi
Last recorded38,000 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr29,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH487 HSM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 38,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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 25 Jul 2015 37,975 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 37,924 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

n/s/f mirror loose

rear number plate deteriated

Pass 4 Jul 2013 36,758 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 35,607 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 35,456 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 33,972 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 33,963 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 May 2009 31,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 29,335 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 27,020 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 24,467 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?

Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Throttle operating incorrectly 11
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H487 HSM is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,692 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H487 HSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H487 HSM registered?

H487 HSM is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H487 HSM safe to buy?

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