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K596 BFC

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,116 mi
Last recorded12,116 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK596 BFC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 12,116 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 12,116 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 12,108 miles

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

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

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

Rear slight cracking on tyre sidewall

Pass 7 Oct 2019 12,095 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 11,767 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 11,754 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 11,723 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 11,709 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,633 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 11,633 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 11,472 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 11,444 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 11,173 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 10,749 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 9,857 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 9,509 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 8,860 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 8,839 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 8,825 miles

Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 8,825 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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K596 BFC is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K596 BFC, 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 K596 BFC registered?

K596 BFC is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 13 July 1993.

Is K596 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K596 BFC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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