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C16 HOU

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

14,740 mi
Last recorded14,740 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 110024,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 HOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 14,740 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 14,545 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 14,328 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 14,154 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 14,061 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 13,841 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 12,990 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 12,619 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 12,619 miles

Central Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2017 12,479 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,338 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 12,068 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 11,858 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 11,363 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 11,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 11,232 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 11,170 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,170 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 11,111 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 10,960 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 10,899 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 10,646 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 10,646 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100?

Based on 6,187 MOT tests across 591 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
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C16 HOU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 24,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C16 HOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C16 HOU registered?

C16 HOU is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 4 May 1993.

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