CarVerify

Free Car Check

J81 SPM

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Yellow Petrol 553cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,719 mi
Last recorded55,719 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ81 SPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2010 55,719 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 55,718 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 48,440 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2009 48,440 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 45,187 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 45,709 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 45,708 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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
Full Kawasaki Zephyr 550 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J81 SPM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Yellow with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 J81 SPM, 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

How do I check the history of J81 SPM?

You can check the full history of J81 SPM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J81 SPM registered?

J81 SPM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 22 May 1992.

Is J81 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J81 SPM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J81 SPM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J81 SPM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.