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K494 DNV

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,789 mi
Last recorded25,789 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK494 DNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 25,789 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front forks low damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 25,712 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 25,187 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both front and rear tyres cracking but no cord or carcass showing

Fail 8 Jul 2019 25,174 miles

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both front and rear tyres cracking but no cord or carcass showing

Pass 17 May 2018 25,016 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 24,839 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 24,513 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 24,502 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 24,478 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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K494 DNV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 K494 DNV, 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 K494 DNV registered?

K494 DNV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 19 March 1993.

Is K494 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K494 DNV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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