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P412 TMV

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,894 mi
Last recorded70,894 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP412 TMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 70,894 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 66,923 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 66,923 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 62,434 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 58,965 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 54,792 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 51,339 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 48,177 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 44,930 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 41,743 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 38,138 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 34,395 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P412 TMV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P412 TMV, 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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What year was P412 TMV registered?

P412 TMV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is P412 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P412 TMV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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