CarVerify

Free Car Check

L139 UUY

1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Black Petrol 1062cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

34,303 mi
Last recorded34,303 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 110024,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL139 UUY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 34,303 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 33,911 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 33,772 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 33,350 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 33,350 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey silencer (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 33,140 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 32,318 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 30,443 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 29,269 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 47,621 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake disc worn!

Fail 5 Jul 2010 47,621 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake disc worn!

Pass 15 Jul 2009 45,296 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 45,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2008 42,068 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 42,068 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 38,613 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 38,613 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 34,872 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 34,872 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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
Full Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L139 UUY is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Black with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 L139 UUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L139 UUY?

You can check the full history of L139 UUY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L139 UUY registered?

L139 UUY is a 1993 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L139 UUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L139 UUY shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L139 UUY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L139 UUY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.