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J163 RPE

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

7,341 mi
Last recorded7,341 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ163 RPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 7,341 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 7,170 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 6,868 miles

drive chain dry no lube

Pass 30 Jul 2022 6,381 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 5,924 miles

Registration plate size slightly reduced

Pass 10 Feb 2020 5,583 miles

Registration plate slightly reduced in overall size

Pass 25 Jun 2018 5,402 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate reduced in overall size

Pass 14 Aug 2017 5,260 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 5,010 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 4,701 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated balance tube / collector corroded and leaking slightly (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 4,353 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2014 4,353 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 3,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2013 3,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 May 2008 3,090 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,455 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 2,455 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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J163 RPE is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 25,208 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 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J163 RPE, 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 34 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 J163 RPE registered?

J163 RPE is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 27 February 1992.

Is J163 RPE safe to buy?

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