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J913 JOU

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,524 mi
Last recorded53,524 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ913 JOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 53,524 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 52,400 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 50,755 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,397 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 47,448 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 47,448 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 45,298 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Petrol pipe showing sign's of age.

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 42,743 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 40,521 miles

Movement from front mudguard.

Small number plate fitted.

Pass 9 May 2006 37,520 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 37,520 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?

Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 163
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
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J913 JOU is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,459 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J913 JOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J913 JOU registered?

J913 JOU is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 17 August 1998.

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