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J158 OUE

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,255 mi
Last recorded36,255 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ158 OUE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 36,255 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 36,248 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 36,245 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 36,200 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 36,075 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 36,075 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,610 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,856 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 34,429 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 34,422 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,797 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 32,130 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 31,432 miles

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

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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J158 OUE is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J158 OUE, 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 J158 OUE registered?

J158 OUE is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 28 May 1992.

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