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L893 PYC

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,540 mi
Last recorded35,540 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL893 PYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 35,540 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 35,540 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 34,042 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 34,042 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 32,601 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 29,164 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2010 29,164 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Outer Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 27,791 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 25,679 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2007 23,565 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 21,820 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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L893 PYC is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 L893 PYC, 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 L893 PYC registered?

L893 PYC is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 June 1994.

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