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H492 FVR

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,861 mi
Last recorded26,861 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH492 FVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 26,861 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Jun 2016 26,836 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 26,688 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

rear tyre side wall is deteriorated but does not have cords exposed

Pass 10 Jun 2013 25,543 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,280 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,707 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 22,955 miles

bolt missing from chain guard

Fail 15 Mar 2010 22,955 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

bolt missing from chain guard

Pass 21 Mar 2009 22,363 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 22,363 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 21,084 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 18,896 miles

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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H492 FVR is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 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 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 H492 FVR, 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 H492 FVR registered?

H492 FVR is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 18 February 1991.

Is H492 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H492 FVR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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