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R688 DTG

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,534 mi
Last recorded34,534 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR688 DTG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 34,534 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 33,280 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 32,451 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 32,414 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 31,973 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 31,358 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust conidtion deteriorated.

Pass 18 Mar 2019 30,788 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 30,348 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 29,898 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 29,728 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 28,726 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,322 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 26,063 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,694 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,150 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 21,707 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,976 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 18,178 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 16,617 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 16,617 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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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R688 DTG is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R688 DTG, 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 R688 DTG registered?

R688 DTG is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R688 DTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R688 DTG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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