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J431 JFM

2005 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Brown Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,674 mi
Last recorded37,674 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ431 JFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 37,674 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 37,669 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 37,188 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 35,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE PROFILE WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 34,976 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 34,635 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 33,536 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 32,438 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 30,651 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,181 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,374 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 28,209 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 26,344 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 24,426 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 23,516 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 23,516 miles

Centre Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 23,124 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 22,653 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 22,653 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 22,168 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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J431 JFM is a 2005 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Brown with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J431 JFM, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J431 JFM is a 2005 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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