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J186 RVM

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,530 mi
Last recorded20,530 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 75026,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ186 RVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 20,530 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight roughness

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

Fail 10 Apr 2025 20,525 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front wheel bearing has slight roughness

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 20,417 miles

Rear brake achieved minimum standard required.

Pass 23 May 2019 20,289 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 19,240 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,987 miles

slight play in rear sprocket cush drive

Fail 14 Jun 2016 18,987 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

slight play in rear sprocket cush drive

Pass 13 May 2013 18,936 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 18,916 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,087 miles

slight leak from exhaust downpipe flanges

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 5 May 2010 17,535 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 17,528 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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J186 RVM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,848 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 J186 RVM, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J186 RVM?

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What year was J186 RVM registered?

J186 RVM is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 9 June 1992.

Is J186 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J186 RVM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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