Kawasaki Zephyr 550

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 553 cc

S749 RKJMOT history

S749 RKJ is a red petrol Kawasaki Zephyr 550 first used on 23 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 26,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
26,207 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S749 RKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
Zephyr 550
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
553 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S749 RKJ was last recorded at 26,207 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2014: 25,320 miles, lower than 34,916 miles on 15 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
26,205 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,207 miles
  • 2024 – 26,018 miles
  • 2020 – 25,994 miles
  • 2018 – 25,885 miles
  • 2016 – 25,866 miles
  • 2015 – 25,432 miles
  • 2014 – 25,320 miles
  • 2013 – 34,916 miles
  • 2012 – 34,162 miles
  • 2010 – 33,233 miles
  • 2008 – 32,573 miles
  • 2006 – 31,912 miles
  • 2005 – 30,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,207 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • All direction indicators not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,207 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    26,207 miles
    Test number
    116347664758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail26,205 miles (+187)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    374918770499
    • DangerousFront Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres 20 years old

  3. Pass26,018 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    26,018 miles
    Test number
    452724107617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass25,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    25,994 miles
    Test number
    171809267780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail25,994 miles (+109)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,994 miles
    Test number
    779498149567
    • MajorNearside Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass25,885 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    25,885 miles
    Test number
    255891280851
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail25,883 miles (+17)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,883 miles
    Test number
    515251850781
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass25,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,866 miles
    Test number
    167345156921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,866 miles (+434)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,866 miles
    Test number
    598077713146
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  10. Pass25,432 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,432 miles
    Test number
    408139995035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,320 miles (-9,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,320 miles
    Test number
    919817674134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  12. Pass34,916 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,916 miles
    Test number
    719346763152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,162 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,162 miles
    Test number
    586582382184
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  14. Fail34,146 miles (+913)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,146 miles
    Test number
    138305672128
    • FailureRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass33,233 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,233 miles
    Test number
    604636560174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,573 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    143544958012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,912 miles (+1,471)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,912 miles
    Test number
    452136046319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,441 miles
    Test number
    593496645322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S749 RKJ

Does S749 RKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S749 RKJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S749 RKJ?
The MOT on S749 RKJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S749 RKJ done?
S749 RKJ was recorded at 26,207 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026.
Has S749 RKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S749 RKJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S749 RKJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S749 RKJ find?
S749 RKJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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