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L178 WGC

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,715 mi
Last recorded51,715 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr34,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL178 WGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 51,715 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 51,481 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,252 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2009 51,007 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front nearside mirror broken

Fail 11 Nov 2009 51,007 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

front nearside mirror broken

Pass 17 Nov 2008 50,743 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 50,219 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 50,219 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jan 2006 46,606 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?

Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Throttle operating incorrectly 11
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L178 WGC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 34,980 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L178 WGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L178 WGC registered?

L178 WGC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 6 November 1997.

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The MOT history for L178 WGC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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