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P181 RRH

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,199 mi
Last recorded27,199 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 RRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 27,199 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 26,985 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 26,571 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 26,156 miles

AGE CRACKING ON REAR TYRE

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 25,826 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,654 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 25,111 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 13 May 2017 24,990 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,985 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 24,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 23,073 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 23,049 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,107 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 16,848 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 16,628 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 16,600 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,990 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,202 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,920 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2006 10,912 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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P181 RRH is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,662 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 P181 RRH, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P181 RRH?

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What year was P181 RRH registered?

P181 RRH is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 18 October 1996.

Is P181 RRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 RRH shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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