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M96 FFB

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,906 mi
Last recorded18,906 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 55018,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM96 FFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 18,906 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 18,906 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 18,555 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 18,548 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 18,548 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 18,484 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 18,399 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 18,398 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 18,180 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 16,206 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 16,195 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 13,625 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 12,592 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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M96 FFB is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M96 FFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M96 FFB registered?

M96 FFB is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 11 May 1995.

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The MOT history for M96 FFB 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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