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P793 WAD

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,736 mi
Last recorded44,736 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP793 WAD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 44,736 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 43,781 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 43,179 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear mudguard that holds indicator is part broken but indicator secure

Pass 25 Apr 2019 42,252 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 41,566 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 41,062 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 40,438 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,261 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 39,775 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 39,767 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 38,497 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 38,494 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 37,358 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 36,331 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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P793 WAD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P793 WAD, 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 P793 WAD registered?

P793 WAD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 6 February 1997.

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