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S647 SCF

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,208 mi
Last recorded9,208 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS647 SCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 9,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 9,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 6,780 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 6,550 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 6,547 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 6,541 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 6,522 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 6,512 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 6,510 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 6,443 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 6,443 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 6,398 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 6,337 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 6,329 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 6,308 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 6,308 miles

slight bind to front wheel

Pass 14 May 2007 6,179 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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S647 SCF is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S647 SCF, 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 S647 SCF registered?

S647 SCF is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 24 December 1998.

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The MOT history for S647 SCF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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