CarVerify

Free Car Check

J172 NAV

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,143 mi
Last recorded42,143 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ172 NAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 42,143 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 41,068 miles

front mudguard loose

n/s fork dust seal insecure

Fail 11 May 2022 41,041 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front mudguard loose

n/s fork dust seal insecure

Pass 6 May 2021 38,538 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,165 miles

Offside Front Upper brake caliper pin dust civer missing

Pass 30 Jan 2016 37,933 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 36,869 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 34,609 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 33,613 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 32,494 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,969 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2008 30,583 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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
Full Kawasaki Zephyr 550 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J172 NAV is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J172 NAV, 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 J172 NAV?

You can check the full history of J172 NAV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J172 NAV registered?

J172 NAV is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J172 NAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J172 NAV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J172 NAV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J172 NAV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.