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V248 EMO

2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,585 mi
Last recorded28,585 miles
Recorded on20 May 2010
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 55021,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV248 EMO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 May 2010 28,585 miles

Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,304 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,638 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 21,618 miles

Front Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 21,234 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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V248 EMO is a 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 21,618 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 V248 EMO, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V248 EMO registered?

V248 EMO is a 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 22 February 2000.

Is V248 EMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V248 EMO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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