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N643 HWS

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,259 mi
Last recorded16,259 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 55018,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN643 HWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 16,259 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 15,222 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 14,814 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 13,334 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 13,094 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 13,040 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,375 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 11,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 10,931 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 10,655 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 10,416 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 10,024 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 9,972 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 9,930 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 9,886 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 9,867 miles

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For lighting defects please enter 5000 in the 'Find item' box above. (9.1)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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N643 HWS is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 N643 HWS, 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 N643 HWS registered?

N643 HWS is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 23 November 1995.

Is N643 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N643 HWS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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