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M231 UKO

1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

56 mi
Last recorded56 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 55011,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM231 UKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 56 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 65,437 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 63,671 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 63,671 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 59,243 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 59,243 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2010 59,243 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 59,243 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2009 59,243 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 59,243 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 59,243 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 59,243 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2005 59,243 miles

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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M231 UKO is a 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 11,709 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 M231 UKO, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M231 UKO registered?

M231 UKO is a 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 16 February 1999.

Is M231 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M231 UKO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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