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J53 FGF

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,168 mi
Last recorded42,168 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ53 FGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 42,168 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 41,768 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 40,873 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 40,873 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2009 40,646 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 40,428 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,715 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 38,408 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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J53 FGF is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J53 FGF, 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 J53 FGF registered?

J53 FGF is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 6 April 1992.

Is J53 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J53 FGF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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