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T742 BBW

1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,649 mi
Last recorded24,649 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 55011,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT742 BBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 24,649 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 24,433 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 24,388 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 24,188 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 23,663 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 22,648 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 21,207 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 21,193 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 19,623 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,734 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 16,055 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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T742 BBW is a 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 11,709 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 T742 BBW, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T742 BBW registered?

T742 BBW is a 1999 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 6 March 1999.

Is T742 BBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T742 BBW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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