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R972 AVF

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,846 mi
Last recorded9,846 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 55017,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR972 AVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 9,846 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 9,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 9,575 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 9,571 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 9,512 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 9,512 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 9,505 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 9,505 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 9,491 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 9,480 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 9,480 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 9,407 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 8,679 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 7,821 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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R972 AVF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R972 AVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R972 AVF registered?

R972 AVF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 November 1997.

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