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J397 SNC

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,624 mi
Last recorded18,624 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ397 SNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 18,624 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 17,863 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 25,645 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 25,566 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 25,566 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,440 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 25,266 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 25,265 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,840 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 24,296 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 24,296 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,655 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 23,424 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 23,424 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside 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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J397 SNC is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J397 SNC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J397 SNC registered?

J397 SNC is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 8 May 1992.

Is J397 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J397 SNC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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