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J696 BSA

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,634 mi
Last recorded32,634 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ696 BSA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 May 2026 32,634 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2024 32,274 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 31,531 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 31,163 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 31,163 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 30,387 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 30,383 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 30,291 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 30,291 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 28,516 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 26,188 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 25,966 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 25,580 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 24,112 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 23,112 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,628 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 21,596 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 20,224 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 19,304 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 18,844 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 17,943 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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J696 BSA is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 J696 BSA, 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 J696 BSA registered?

J696 BSA is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J696 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J696 BSA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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