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P108 KEY

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Grey Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,707 mi
Last recorded37,707 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 KEY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 37,707 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 37,684 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 35,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 35,399 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

clutch dragging,machine creeps forward when clutch is pulled in and in gear

Pass 4 Apr 2011 32,268 miles

suspect front fork seals

Pass 22 Mar 2010 31,794 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,989 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 30,988 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2007 30,575 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Dec 2007 30,575 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 28,966 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 27,999 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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P108 KEY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Grey with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P108 KEY, 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 P108 KEY registered?

P108 KEY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P108 KEY safe to buy?

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