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P21 GUD

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,557 mi
Last recorded12,557 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 GUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 12,557 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 12,411 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 12,015 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 11,516 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 10,975 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 10,682 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 10,682 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 10,412 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 9,877 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 9,447 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 9,166 miles

Slight play in cush drive damper.

Fail 11 Jan 2012 9,166 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Slight play in cush drive damper.

Pass 25 Jan 2011 8,851 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 8,055 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,915 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 7,434 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2007 6,868 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 6,277 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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P21 GUD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P21 GUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P21 GUD registered?

P21 GUD is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P21 GUD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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