MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,512 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)
Oil leak
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
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P473 BCT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P473 BCT, 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 P473 BCT registered?
P473 BCT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 13 June 1997.
Is P473 BCT safe to buy?
The MOT history for P473 BCT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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