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L993 DPF

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,617 mi
Last recorded97,617 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2012
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL993 DPF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2012 97,617 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 90,718 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 87,649 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 87,649 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 82,443 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 75,988 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 68,025 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 44,863 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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L993 DPF is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L993 DPF, 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 L993 DPF registered?

L993 DPF is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 9 March 1994.

Is L993 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L993 DPF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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