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K283 VKP

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,487 mi
Last recorded59,487 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 110030,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK283 VKP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 59,487 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 58,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 58,463 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 58,460 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 58,276 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 57,056 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 56,464 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 54,592 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 53,867 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 52,130 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 49,700 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 47,351 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 40,448 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 37,022 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2012 37,022 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,446 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 29,073 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,713 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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K283 VKP is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,282 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 K283 VKP, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K283 VKP registered?

K283 VKP is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is K283 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K283 VKP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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