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S303 CGX

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Maroon Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,967 mi
Last recorded4,967 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS303 CGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 4,967 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 4,779 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 4,499 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 4,456 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 4,423 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 4,101 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 4,002 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 4,002 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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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S303 CGX is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Maroon with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S303 CGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S303 CGX?

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What year was S303 CGX registered?

S303 CGX is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S303 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S303 CGX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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