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P203 CLJ

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,793 mi
Last recorded23,793 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP203 CLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 23,793 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 23,792 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 23,543 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 21,195 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 19,091 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,581 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 16,157 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 14,832 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 14,287 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 12,980 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,068 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 11,775 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 11,393 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 10,464 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,401 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 8,620 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 8,130 miles

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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P203 CLJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 18,401 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 P203 CLJ, 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 29 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 P203 CLJ registered?

P203 CLJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 18 July 1997.

Is P203 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P203 CLJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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