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N303 BYD

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Green Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,841 mi
Last recorded31,841 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 55018,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN303 BYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 31,841 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 26,667 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 17,911 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 16,183 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,077 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 13,063 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 13,041 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2009 11,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2009 11,419 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 10,814 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 10,019 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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N303 BYD is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Green 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 N303 BYD, 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 N303 BYD registered?

N303 BYD is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 October 1995.

Is N303 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N303 BYD 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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