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P716 TGN

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,684 mi
Last recorded25,684 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP716 TGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2014 25,684 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 25,319 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,883 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 22,136 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 21,746 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front mudguard fixing bolt missing

Fail 9 Apr 2009 21,746 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front mudguard fixing bolt missing

Fail 3 May 2008 20,420 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2008 20,420 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 19,153 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 19,153 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 17,269 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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P716 TGN 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 75%.

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 P716 TGN, 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 P716 TGN registered?

P716 TGN is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P716 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P716 TGN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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