MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,715 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
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
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
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)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?
Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is L178 WGC safe to buy?
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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