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N247 EYC

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,646 mi
Last recorded15,646 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 55019,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN247 EYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 15,646 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 5 Sep 2020 13,925 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 13,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 13,433 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 12,434 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,004 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 11,203 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 10,399 miles

handle bars very slightly bent on l/h side

Pass 10 Jul 2012 9,639 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 8,347 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 6,666 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,751 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 5,751 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 5,498 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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N247 EYC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 19,426 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 N247 EYC, 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 30 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 N247 EYC registered?

N247 EYC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 26 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N247 EYC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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