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N58 YRM

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,458 mi
Last recorded13,458 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr17,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN58 YRM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 13,458 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 13,458 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 13,147 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 13,143 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,135 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 13,135 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?

Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Throttle operating incorrectly 11
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N58 YRM is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 17,245 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N58 YRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N58 YRM registered?

N58 YRM is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N58 YRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N58 YRM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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