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L877 XAB

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,860 mi
Last recorded22,860 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL877 XAB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,860 miles

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

non standard rear wheel fitted and tyre running close to torque arm and chain guard mount. advise further modifications

slight play in rear cush drive

Fail 29 May 2014 22,828 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

1 odd bolt in rear disc mounting

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

non standard rear wheel fitted and tyre running close to torque arm and chain guard mount. advise further modifications

slight play in rear cush drive

Pass 10 May 2010 22,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 May 2010 22,440 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 20,484 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 20,268 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 23 May 2007 20,268 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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L877 XAB is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L877 XAB, 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.

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What year was L877 XAB registered?

L877 XAB is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L877 XAB safe to buy?

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