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P430 TFL

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,288 mi
Last recorded6,288 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP430 TFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 6,288 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 6,255 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 6,206 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 6,148 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 6,123 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 6,049 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 5,988 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 5,742 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 5,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 5,265 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 4,942 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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P430 TFL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P430 TFL, 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 P430 TFL registered?

P430 TFL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P430 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P430 TFL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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