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P110 OBY

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,081 mi
Last recorded12,081 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP110 OBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 12,081 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 10,964 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front brake discs have slight distortion

Fail 19 Mar 2022 10,964 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front brake discs have slight distortion

Pass 13 Mar 2021 9,654 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 9,640 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 9,592 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 9,427 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 9,189 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 9,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 Mar 2009 9,005 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Feb 2008 8,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2007 8,580 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 8,221 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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P110 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,357 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 P110 OBY, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P110 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 12 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P110 OBY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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