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G488 FVT

1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

57,078 mi
Last recorded57,078 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 FVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 57,078 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Aug 2025 57,078 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 56,362 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 54,286 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 54,286 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 53,609 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 53,609 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 52,414 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 52,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 51,375 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 51,375 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 49,853 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,567 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 45,888 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 44,807 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,642 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 37,797 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 35,067 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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G488 FVT is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 G488 FVT, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of G488 FVT?

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What year was G488 FVT registered?

G488 FVT is a 1990 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G488 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 FVT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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