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R381 VFJ

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,185 mi
Last recorded59,185 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR381 VFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 59,185 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jun 2020 58,344 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 58,344 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm And splitting (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2019 58,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 56,738 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 56,061 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 55,664 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 52,710 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 50,101 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 44,534 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 34,670 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 22,127 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 21,065 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 21,054 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 18,486 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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R381 VFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 20,390 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 R381 VFJ, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R381 VFJ registered?

R381 VFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 23 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R381 VFJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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