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J13 TYM

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,478 mi
Last recorded25,478 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 TYM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 25,478 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 25,347 miles

o/s n/s forks slite misting of oil

Pass 19 Jul 2019 25,336 miles

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2019 25,331 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 24,756 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 24,157 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,106 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 23,106 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly excessive free play (6.2.1f)

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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J13 TYM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 25,556 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 J13 TYM, 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 34 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 J13 TYM registered?

J13 TYM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 January 1992.

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The MOT history for J13 TYM shows 8 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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