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J180 ONK

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

46,843 mi
Last recorded46,843 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 55026,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ180 ONK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 46,843 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 46,806 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 46,794 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 46,781 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 46,745 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 46,315 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 46,002 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 45,761 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 45,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 45,056 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 45,056 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 44,859 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 44,314 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 43,787 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 43,787 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 43,300 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 42,960 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2012 42,960 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 42,867 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2011 42,867 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 42,831 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 42,749 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 42,527 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 41,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,944 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2006 36,937 miles

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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J180 ONK is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 J180 ONK, 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

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What year was J180 ONK registered?

J180 ONK is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 9 October 1991.

Is J180 ONK safe to buy?

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