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M798 VYB

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,786 mi
Last recorded14,786 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 55018,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM798 VYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 14,786 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 14,639 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 14,532 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,810 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 13,778 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 13,775 miles

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 13,763 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 13,735 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 13,699 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Should be amber side reflectors not white as fitted.

Pass 15 Aug 2007 13,346 miles

Rear number plate slightly obscured with a fitted tow bar assy.

Slight sticking from front brake.

Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,289 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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M798 VYB is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M798 VYB, 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 M798 VYB registered?

M798 VYB is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 13 May 1995.

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The MOT history for M798 VYB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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