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J494 TKV

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Silver Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,968 mi
Last recorded38,968 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 75026,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ494 TKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 38,968 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 38,957 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn BOTH (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,892 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 38,508 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 37,535 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 36,954 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 36,954 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 36,159 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 35,557 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 34,081 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 34,057 miles

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

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

frt brake lever nearly out of adq res travel

Pass 6 Jul 2005 32,383 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 32,383 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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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J494 TKV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Silver with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,848 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J494 TKV, 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 34 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 J494 TKV registered?

J494 TKV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 21 February 1992.

Is J494 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J494 TKV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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