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M424 ODA

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,185 mi
Last recorded28,185 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 55018,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM424 ODA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 28,185 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 28,001 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 27,888 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 27,781 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 27,572 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 27,097 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,070 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 26,848 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 26,690 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 26,690 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2016 26,594 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 23,583 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 18,414 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 18,414 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 14,775 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 10,163 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 6,200 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 6,186 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 6,145 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 6,032 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,850 miles

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

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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M424 ODA is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 18,867 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 M424 ODA, 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 31 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 M424 ODA registered?

M424 ODA is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 7 March 1995.

Is M424 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M424 ODA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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