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K696 WVR

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

23,772 mi
Last recorded23,772 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 110024,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK696 WVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 23,772 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 23,716 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer cases split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 23,672 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 23,671 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 23,652 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2018 23,652 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,626 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 22,421 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,165 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 21,156 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 19,494 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 19,494 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 18,301 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 May 2009 16,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 14,624 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2008 14,581 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,070 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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K696 WVR is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 K696 WVR, 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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K696 WVR is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 February 1993.

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