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J454 HFM

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,582 mi
Last recorded18,582 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ454 HFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 18,582 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2026 18,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 17,083 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 16,941 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 16,810 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 16,703 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 16,436 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 16,171 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 15,760 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,371 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 14,821 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 13,642 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 13,203 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Dec 2008 12,623 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2007 12,115 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2006 11,031 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 8,912 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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J454 HFM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J454 HFM, 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 J454 HFM registered?

J454 HFM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 2 July 1992.

Is J454 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J454 HFM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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