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S623 BSC

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,670 mi
Last recorded21,670 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS623 BSC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 21,670 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 21,199 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 21,199 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 20,837 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 19,850 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 19,177 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 19,069 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 18,144 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 18,143 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2017 18,081 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 18,063 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2012 17,939 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 17,909 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 17,898 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,898 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,789 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 17,155 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 16,454 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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S623 BSC is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S623 BSC, 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

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What year was S623 BSC registered?

S623 BSC is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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