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J881 RFJ

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,747 mi
Last recorded21,747 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ881 RFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 21,747 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 21,679 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 21,618 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 21,583 miles

Rear brake rubbing.

Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,511 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened l/h and r/h. (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2016 21,511 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened l/h and r/h. (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,444 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 21,327 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 21,307 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 21,164 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,003 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 20,644 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 20,644 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 28 Jun 2007 19,007 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 19,007 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,084 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

front brake slightly spongy little reserve travel

headlamp slightly loose

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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J881 RFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J881 RFJ, 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 J881 RFJ registered?

J881 RFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is J881 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J881 RFJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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