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J62 CYC

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,863 mi
Last recorded29,863 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ62 CYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 29,863 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 29,846 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 29,769 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 29,688 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 29,571 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 29,524 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 29,308 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 29,052 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 28,863 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 28,805 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 27,965 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 27,146 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2014 26,649 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 May 2013 26,179 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 May 2012 25,682 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,082 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 24,133 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 23,497 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 23,383 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 23,300 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 23,099 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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J62 CYC is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J62 CYC, 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 J62 CYC registered?

J62 CYC is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 6 January 1992.

Is J62 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J62 CYC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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