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J430 VLS

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,636 mi
Last recorded9,636 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 75027,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ430 VLS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 9,636 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 8,721 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 8,124 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 8,091 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 8,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 7,916 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 7,761 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 7,470 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 7,377 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 6,993 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 6,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 6,349 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 6,090 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,372 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 May 2012 4,019 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,701 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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J430 VLS is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 27,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J430 VLS, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J430 VLS registered?

J430 VLS is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is J430 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J430 VLS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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