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K867 AVU

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,036 mi
Last recorded41,036 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK867 AVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 41,036 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 41,035 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 39,354 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 37,531 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 37,391 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 37,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2009 35,759 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 33,519 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 30,920 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 30,920 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,570 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2005 28,412 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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K867 AVU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K867 AVU, 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 K867 AVU registered?

K867 AVU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 2 June 1993.

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