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L986 KVR

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

5,550 mi
Last recorded5,550 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL986 KVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 5,550 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 5,397 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 5,342 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 5,325 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 4,989 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 4,981 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 4,955 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 4,951 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 4,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 4,875 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 4,855 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 4,812 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 4,756 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 4,751 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 May 2008 4,654 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 4,409 miles

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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L986 KVR is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L986 KVR, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L986 KVR registered?

L986 KVR is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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