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J216 LCK

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,120 mi
Last recorded29,120 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ216 LCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 29,120 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 29,104 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 29,078 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 29,061 miles

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

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

front fork legs are lightly pitted and scored with signs of wear on chromed surfaces.

Pass 16 May 2019 28,927 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,793 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 28,763 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 28,192 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 28,182 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,888 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,860 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 26,860 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(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
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J216 LCK is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J216 LCK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J216 LCK registered?

J216 LCK is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J216 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J216 LCK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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