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L885 DBC

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,203 mi
Last recorded39,203 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 75027,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL885 DBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 39,203 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 38,061 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 37,117 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 36,508 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 35,554 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,285 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 32,967 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,548 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 29,600 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 28,379 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 28,379 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 27,497 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 25,474 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 24,744 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 22,550 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 20,554 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,476 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 17,046 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 13,177 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2008 13,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2007 8,969 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 7,619 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?

Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 163
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
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L885 DBC is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,335 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L885 DBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L885 DBC registered?

L885 DBC is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 17 May 1994.

Is L885 DBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L885 DBC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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