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S699 BSF

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,171 mi
Last recorded37,171 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 55020,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS699 BSF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 37,171 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 34,359 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 33,615 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 27,661 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 27,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2013 26,542 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 26,148 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 25,580 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,717 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 23,657 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 22,396 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 21,832 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2007 21,825 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 20,742 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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S699 BSF is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S699 BSF, 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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S699 BSF is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 19 August 1998.

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