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FHH 253K

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

21,377 mi
Last recorded21,377 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHH 253K
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 21,377 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 1 May 2026 21,377 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 20,280 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 19,162 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 18,421 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 17,084 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 17,084 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 15,681 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

bolt missing out of chainguard

Fail 5 May 2021 15,681 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

bolt missing out of chainguard

Pass 6 May 2020 14,895 miles

Front calliper's require a service.

Pass 2 Sep 2017 14,616 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 12,576 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 10,996 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 10,351 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,986 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,965 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 8,016 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 7,801 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,748 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?

Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 163
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
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FHH 253K is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,662 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHH 253K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FHH 253K registered?

FHH 253K is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is FHH 253K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHH 253K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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