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R567 WAV

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,644 mi
Last recorded23,644 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR567 WAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 23,644 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil l/h front fork leg light oil misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 23,258 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 23,256 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 23,041 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 22,908 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 21,883 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 21,883 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2017 18,446 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 18,035 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 17,788 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 17,338 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 17,188 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 16,936 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 16,617 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 16,356 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 15,916 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 15,712 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,142 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 12,677 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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R567 WAV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R567 WAV, 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 R567 WAV registered?

R567 WAV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R567 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R567 WAV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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