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R807 VDV

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,863 mi
Last recorded7,863 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR807 VDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 May 2011 7,863 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 7,649 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 7,207 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 7,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,264 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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R807 VDV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R807 VDV, 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 R807 VDV registered?

R807 VDV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R807 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R807 VDV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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