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N738 NKG

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,567 mi
Last recorded38,567 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr22,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN738 NKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 38,567 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 38,518 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 38,518 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 38,409 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 37,181 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 35,589 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 35,589 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 34,666 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 34,666 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 33,414 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 32,296 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 32,296 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 29,923 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 May 2014 29,118 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 29,118 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 May 2013 26,789 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 25,826 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,048 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2008 23,059 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2007 21,571 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 18,496 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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N738 NKG is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 22,672 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 N738 NKG, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N738 NKG registered?

N738 NKG is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 15 September 1995.

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