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K281 EVV

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,712 mi
Last recorded30,712 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK281 EVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 30,712 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 28,683 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))

Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,264 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 4 Mar 2008 24,911 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Mar 2008 24,911 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear brake binding slightly

Fail 9 Feb 2008 24,877 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,647 miles

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

rear swing arm bushes slight movement

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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K281 EVV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K281 EVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K281 EVV registered?

K281 EVV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 17 April 1993.

Is K281 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K281 EVV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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