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J309 TFP

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,218 mi
Last recorded30,218 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ309 TFP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 30,218 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 30,217 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 29,115 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 29,115 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly no freeplay (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,567 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 28,567 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 26,973 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 26,043 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 25,029 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 23,851 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 23,200 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 21,874 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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J309 TFP is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J309 TFP, 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 J309 TFP registered?

J309 TFP is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J309 TFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J309 TFP shows 12 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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