MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,973 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front & rear tyres have large cuts in the tread
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Sidestand pivot worn
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Front An item not tested (Manual)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Sidestand pivot worn
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Advise metal object/ nail in rear tyre
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K289 VJU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K289 VJU, 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 K289 VJU registered?
K289 VJU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 April 1993.
Is K289 VJU safe to buy?
The MOT history for K289 VJU shows 9 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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