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J39 NBV

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,229 mi
Last recorded38,229 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ39 NBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 38,229 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 38,132 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm on central tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 38,121 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2016 37,922 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 37,696 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 37,570 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,296 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 37,296 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 36,910 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,738 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 36,738 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,389 miles

slight bind to rear brake

slight damage to n/s lock stop

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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J39 NBV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J39 NBV, 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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J39 NBV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 April 1992.

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