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R874 FMY

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,217 mi
Last recorded69,217 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR874 FMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 69,217 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 69,217 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 65,840 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 63,399 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 60,121 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 54,068 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 48,519 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 48,519 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 42,749 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 42,749 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 35,456 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 35,456 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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R874 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R874 FMY, 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 R874 FMY registered?

R874 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 25 January 1998.

Is R874 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R874 FMY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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