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K240 LGW

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,817 mi
Last recorded35,817 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2012
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK240 LGW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2012 35,817 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 35,107 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 33,383 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 32,569 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 32,569 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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K240 LGW is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K240 LGW, 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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How do I check the history of K240 LGW?

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What year was K240 LGW registered?

K240 LGW is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 27 March 1993.

Is K240 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K240 LGW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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