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J616 SWL

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,161 mi
Last recorded25,161 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ616 SWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 25,161 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 25,136 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2025 24,405 miles

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 2 Apr 2024 23,769 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 23,386 miles

Left grip loose, but not insecure

Small oil leak from front of engine

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 23,326 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 23,326 miles

Rear Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 23,209 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 22,865 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 May 2018 22,851 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,600 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 20,849 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,181 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 19,825 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 17,639 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 16,942 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 16,236 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 14,092 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 14,092 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 43,487 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 43,143 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 41,566 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 41,566 miles

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

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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J616 SWL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 J616 SWL, 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 J616 SWL registered?

J616 SWL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J616 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J616 SWL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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