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P434 GMF

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

8,112 mi
Last recorded8,112 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP434 GMF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 8,112 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 7,060 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 6,805 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 6,551 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 6,216 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 5,221 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 5,090 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 4,698 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 4,324 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 4,102 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 2,472 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 542 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 476 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 430 miles

Front brake binding slightly. RBT shows 8-10kg force with brake NOT applied. Less than 10% of maximum (120kg) braking effort.

Front tyre underinflated.

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear brake binding slightly. RBT shows 5kg force with brake NOT applied. Less than 10% of maximum (95kg) braking effort.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 294 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 294 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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P434 GMF is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P434 GMF, 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.

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What year was P434 GMF registered?

P434 GMF is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 7 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P434 GMF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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