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M177 BNV

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,431 mi
Last recorded43,431 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM177 BNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 43,431 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 43,431 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2011 43,384 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 43,384 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 28,739 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 35,132 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 35,132 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 32,782 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 30,552 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 28,939 miles

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

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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M177 BNV is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 M177 BNV, 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 M177 BNV registered?

M177 BNV is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M177 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M177 BNV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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