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J53 KNL

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,571 mi
Last recorded25,571 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ53 KNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 25,571 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 25,368 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 25,170 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 24,660 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 24,163 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 23,280 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,947 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 22,761 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 22,599 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 22,444 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 21,755 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,597 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 21,835 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 20,518 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 20,001 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 19,088 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,988 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 17,988 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2006 17,135 miles

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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J53 KNL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J53 KNL, 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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J53 KNL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 27 March 1992.

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