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K788 BJB

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,500 mi
Last recorded27,500 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK788 BJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 27,500 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 27,074 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 27,067 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 27,064 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 26,928 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,849 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 25,590 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 25,038 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 24,831 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 23,860 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 21,538 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 21,538 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 21,351 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 21,351 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 14 Oct 2005 21,151 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 21,151 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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K788 BJB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K788 BJB, 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 K788 BJB registered?

K788 BJB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 9 February 1993.

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The MOT history for K788 BJB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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