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P39 MNV

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,061 mi
Last recorded32,061 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 MNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 32,061 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 31,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 31,951 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 31,826 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 31,826 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 31,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 31,740 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 31,740 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working front brake light switch does not function (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 31,672 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 31,672 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 31,235 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 27,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 26,616 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 26,549 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,541 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,044 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 24,044 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2007 21,807 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2006 19,757 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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P39 MNV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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

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 P39 MNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P39 MNV registered?

P39 MNV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 15 February 1997.

Is P39 MNV safe to buy?

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