MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,438 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
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)
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)
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))
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)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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What year was R439 BUK registered?
R439 BUK is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 28 March 1998.
Is R439 BUK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R439 BUK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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