MOT Status
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26,207 miAbove average mileage for this year
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All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
both tyres 20 years old
Nearside Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 550?
Based on 9,181 MOT tests across 1,073 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S749 RKJ is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 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 S749 RKJ, 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 S749 RKJ registered?
S749 RKJ is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 23 December 1998.
Is S749 RKJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for S749 RKJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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