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L502 WHT

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,849 mi
Last recorded40,849 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL502 WHT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 40,849 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 39,750 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 39,557 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 39,457 miles

aftermarket levers fitted

exhaust condition

Pass 19 Feb 2015 39,386 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 39,363 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 39,363 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 38,426 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2012 38,426 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 36,327 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,996 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 35,949 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 35,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 32,197 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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L502 WHT is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 22,630 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 L502 WHT, 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 32 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 L502 WHT registered?

L502 WHT is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L502 WHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L502 WHT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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