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P447 PLN

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Brown Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

15,331 mi
Last recorded15,331 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP447 PLN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 15,331 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 15,331 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 12,388 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 12,187 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 7,930 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 7,930 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 5,202 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 4,541 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 4,541 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 4,214 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,733 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 3,475 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 2,933 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 2,933 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P447 PLN is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Brown with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P447 PLN, 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 P447 PLN registered?

P447 PLN is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P447 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P447 PLN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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