MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,135 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M515 VBW is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 M515 VBW, 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 M515 VBW registered?
M515 VBW is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 8 February 1995.
Is M515 VBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for M515 VBW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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