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P829 NRT

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,591 mi
Last recorded9,591 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 NRT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 9,591 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 9,591 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 9,506 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 8,705 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 8,566 miles

rubber missing off n/s footrest

Fail 2 Jun 2023 8,565 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2022 8,000 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 7,996 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 7,965 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 7,955 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2019 7,877 miles

Offside Front os footrest rubber slightly worn

Pass 23 Jun 2018 7,126 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 6,783 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 6,588 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 6,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 6,344 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 6,204 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 5,355 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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P829 NRT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P829 NRT, 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 P829 NRT registered?

P829 NRT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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