MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,239 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Lower Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Front Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
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R899 BUA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 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 R899 BUA, 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 R899 BUA registered?
R899 BUA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R899 BUA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R899 BUA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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