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J705 HMT

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

39,585 mi
Last recorded39,585 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr28,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ705 HMT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 39,585 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 39,319 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 35,895 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 35,068 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 33,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 33,335 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 33,129 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 32,990 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

inner exhaust clamp deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2016 32,549 miles

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

rear brake spring slightly slack

Pass 30 Sep 2015 32,439 miles

Front Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 32,163 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 31,968 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,968 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 31,790 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,549 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front and rear flexible brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

front brake binding slightly

Fail 26 Aug 2011 31,549 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Aug 2010 31,284 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,123 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 30,820 miles

slight brake bind on rear brake

Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,491 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 30,275 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 30,019 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 30,019 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.4)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?

Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Throttle operating incorrectly 11
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J705 HMT is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 28,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J705 HMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J705 HMT is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 27 May 1992.

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