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H574 LVC

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,754 mi
Last recorded54,754 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH574 LVC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 54,754 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 54,754 miles

Forks modification unsafe Front wheel spindle pinch bolts missing. Bolts replaced. (2.2.2 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 54,751 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 54,733 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 54,389 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 54,384 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 54,148 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 54,023 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 54,018 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 49,664 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 45,381 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 42,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 40,835 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 38,651 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 36,940 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 35,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2009 35,132 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 34,706 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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H574 LVC is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 H574 LVC, 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 H574 LVC registered?

H574 LVC is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 26 June 1991.

Is H574 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H574 LVC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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