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K136 KYB

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,467 mi
Last recorded39,467 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK136 KYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 39,467 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 39,462 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Nearside Front Leg shield insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 38,569 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 38,556 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 36,982 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 33,691 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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K136 KYB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K136 KYB, 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 K136 KYB registered?

K136 KYB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 18 May 1993.

Is K136 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K136 KYB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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