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R439 BUK

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,438 mi
Last recorded54,438 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR439 BUK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 54,438 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 54,438 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 51,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 48,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,011 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 41,918 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 38,307 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 35,846 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 32,768 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 29,930 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 26,913 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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R439 BUK is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R439 BUK, 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.

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R439 BUK is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 28 March 1998.

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