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J686 VTG

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

45,399 mi
Last recorded45,399 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 VTG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 45,399 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 43,672 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front suspension reduced damping affect

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 30 Jun 2018 40,723 miles

Front suspension slightly reduced damping effect

Rear suspension stiff

Fail 30 Jun 2018 40,714 miles

Headlamp aim too low damage to adjuster/headlight unit (4.1.2 (a))

Front suspension slightly reduced damping effect

Rear suspension stiff

Pass 8 Jul 2017 37,980 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated slightly blowing (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,200 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 34,118 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2014 30,316 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 30,310 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 29,152 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 29,136 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 May 2012 26,818 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 26,147 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

nearside fuel tank paint has blistered,suspect a petol leak between tank and paint,but petol is not leaking.

Fail 12 Nov 2010 26,141 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2009 20,129 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 20,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 19,816 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 19,578 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 19,578 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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J686 VTG is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 J686 VTG, 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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J686 VTG is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 18 June 1992.

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