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K249 TFK

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,967 mi
Last recorded17,967 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK249 TFK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 17,967 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 17,967 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 17,967 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 17,967 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 17,967 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 17,967 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 17,872 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 16,515 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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K249 TFK is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K249 TFK, 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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What year was K249 TFK registered?

K249 TFK is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 21 August 1992.

Is K249 TFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K249 TFK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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