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V486 FTR

2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Black Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,464 mi
Last recorded43,464 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 55021,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV486 FTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 550
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 43,464 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber top mountings washer loose

Pass 27 Apr 2016 42,264 miles

MAIN BEAM WARNING LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 29 Apr 2011 36,159 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 36,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2010 31,682 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 16,215 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 16,215 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 16,139 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 15,058 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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V486 FTR is a 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550 in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 V486 FTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V486 FTR registered?

V486 FTR is a 2000 Kawasaki Zephyr 550, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V486 FTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V486 FTR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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