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M323 YBD

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,628 mi
Last recorded53,628 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM323 YBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 53,628 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 53,628 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 53,249 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 53,249 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 49,718 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2009 49,718 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 49,405 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,759 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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M323 YBD 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 62.5%.

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 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 M323 YBD, 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 M323 YBD registered?

M323 YBD is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M323 YBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M323 YBD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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