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J680 WRD

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Maroon Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,178 mi
Last recorded26,178 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ680 WRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 26,178 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 26,076 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 48,639 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 48,639 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2013 47,674 miles

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

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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J680 WRD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Maroon with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,747 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 J680 WRD, 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 29 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 J680 WRD registered?

J680 WRD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is J680 WRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J680 WRD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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