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M374 ARP

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,412 mi
Last recorded15,412 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 55022,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM374 ARP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 15,412 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 14,620 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 14,115 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 14,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 12,663 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 12,609 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 12,609 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,599 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 12,564 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 12,564 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 12,546 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 12,546 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 12,479 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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M374 ARP is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M374 ARP, 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

How do I check the history of M374 ARP?

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What year was M374 ARP registered?

M374 ARP is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 16 August 1994.

Is M374 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M374 ARP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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