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K131 XJM

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Cream Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

318 mi
Last recorded318 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK131 XJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 318 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Mirrors missing.

Pass 12 May 2017 1 miles

High beam tell tale light not working

Indicator tell tale light not working

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 3 May 2017 1 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Footrest insecure Both (6.2.1a)

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing Pinch bolts (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

High beam tell tale light not working

Indicator tell tale light not working

Nearside Handlebar grip loose

Tank loose

Pass 17 Jul 2013 33,134 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,545 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 28,337 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 27,629 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 27,628 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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K131 XJM is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Cream with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,090 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 K131 XJM, 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 33 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 K131 XJM registered?

K131 XJM is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 10 May 1993.

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