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J38 OCS

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,680 mi
Last recorded21,680 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ38 OCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 21,680 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 21,626 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 21,309 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 21,231 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 21,187 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 21,098 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear tyre tread's are nearing the tread wear indicators. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,823 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 20,753 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 20,620 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 20,353 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 20,353 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 20,059 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,862 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 19,502 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 19,292 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 19,250 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 17,971 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 17,751 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 17,751 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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J38 OCS is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 J38 OCS, 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 J38 OCS registered?

J38 OCS is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 21 April 1992.

Is J38 OCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J38 OCS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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