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P563 MCA

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,447 mi
Last recorded26,447 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP563 MCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2014 26,447 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,937 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 21,500 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,677 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 18,675 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front 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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P563 MCA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P563 MCA, 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 P563 MCA registered?

P563 MCA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P563 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P563 MCA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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