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R292 JHJ

2002 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Purple Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,429 mi
Last recorded26,429 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 JHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 26,429 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 26,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 26,158 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 25,508 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 25,159 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 10,849 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 10,458 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 10,208 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 9,755 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2008 9,497 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,617 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 8,608 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 8,268 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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R292 JHJ is a 2002 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Purple with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R292 JHJ, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R292 JHJ registered?

R292 JHJ is a 2002 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is R292 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R292 JHJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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