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L335 NYC

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,416 mi
Last recorded45,416 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 55025,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL335 NYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 45,416 miles

n/s & o/s footrest rubber perishing

Fail 6 Mar 2024 45,416 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

n/s & o/s footrest rubber perishing

Pass 30 Nov 2022 44,881 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

n/s + o/s footrest rubber perishing

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 30 Nov 2022 44,881 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

n/s + o/s footrest rubber perishing

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,818 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 43,593 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 42,251 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 42,251 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 42,064 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 41,906 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 41,906 miles

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 39,895 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 34,861 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 30,427 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 7 Oct 2011 28,432 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre starting to step

Pass 30 Sep 2010 27,462 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 26,857 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 25,864 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 24,390 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 23,143 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 21,986 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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L335 NYC is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 L335 NYC, 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 L335 NYC registered?

L335 NYC is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 19 October 1993.

Is L335 NYC safe to buy?

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