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J49 MLU

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,255 mi
Last recorded16,255 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ49 MLU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 16,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 16,218 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,045 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 16,018 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 16,018 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 15,984 miles

drive chain has slight tight spot

Fail 6 Jun 2007 15,981 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2007 15,978 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

ehaust siencer touches r/h shock bolt. †chain has slight tight spot

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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J49 MLU is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J49 MLU, 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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What year was J49 MLU registered?

J49 MLU is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 7 April 1992.

Is J49 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J49 MLU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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