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R499 GMW

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,936 mi
Last recorded19,936 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 GMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 19,936 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 18,459 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 16,798 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 15,940 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 15,252 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 15,026 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2018 15,026 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 14,644 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 14,151 miles

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

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly rough. front wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 May 2016 14,151 miles

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

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly rough. front wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 13,370 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,396 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 9,951 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

bars possible bent

nautrall light not working

Fail 22 Jun 2013 9,951 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

bars possible bent

nautrall light not working

Pass 14 Jun 2012 9,507 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 9,310 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 8,776 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 8,349 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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R499 GMW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R499 GMW, 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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R499 GMW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 10 November 1997.

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