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M78 SOA

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,507 mi
Last recorded34,507 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 SOA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 34,507 miles

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

anodised brake ends fitted

Fail 8 Apr 2017 34,470 miles

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

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

anodised brake ends fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2016 32,249 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 31,435 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 31,435 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 31,428 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 31,421 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2010 31,421 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,858 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 18,349 miles

rear tyre worn out of shape

Pass 12 Jul 2006 16,101 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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M78 SOA is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 21,576 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M78 SOA, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M78 SOA registered?

M78 SOA is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 26 May 1995.

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