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R631 TLW

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,726 mi
Last recorded7,726 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR631 TLW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 7,726 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 7,615 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 7,133 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 7,126 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2009 7,126 miles

Nearside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 72,121 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 7,108 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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R631 TLW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R631 TLW, 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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What year was R631 TLW registered?

R631 TLW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is R631 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R631 TLW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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