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H508 NHN

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,847 mi
Last recorded30,847 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH508 NHN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 30,847 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 30,520 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 29,169 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2023 27,851 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively CUSH DRIVE (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 May 2023 27,848 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively CUSH DRIVE (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 25,218 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 23,618 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 23,578 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 23,291 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 23,291 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 23,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 19,608 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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H508 NHN 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 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 H508 NHN, 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 H508 NHN?

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What year was H508 NHN registered?

H508 NHN is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 17 April 1991.

Is H508 NHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H508 NHN shows 12 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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