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H691 MVP

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,431 mi
Last recorded45,431 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH691 MVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 45,431 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 45,007 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 44,974 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 44,971 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 44,944 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 44,944 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 44,934 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 44,457 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 43,782 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 42,919 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 42,249 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 41,664 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 40,538 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 39,769 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 Aug 2006 39,752 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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H691 MVP is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H691 MVP, 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 H691 MVP registered?

H691 MVP is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H691 MVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H691 MVP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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