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K188 SBB

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,181 mi
Last recorded33,181 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 110024,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK188 SBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 33,181 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 33,063 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 33,063 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 32,726 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 32,448 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 32,256 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 32,256 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 32,147 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 31,531 miles

Central Front Slight oil weep from rocker gasket

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

Fail 7 Nov 2019 31,531 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Front Slight oil weep from rocker gasket

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 29,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,418 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 24,767 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 22,591 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 21,126 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 19,709 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 19,047 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 18,945 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 18,878 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,802 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 18,530 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,719 miles

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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K188 SBB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 24,103 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 K188 SBB, 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 33 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 K188 SBB registered?

K188 SBB is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 May 1993.

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The MOT history for K188 SBB 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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