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P485 SUC

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,391 mi
Last recorded28,391 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP485 SUC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 28,391 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,865 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 27,855 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Slight drag/bind on rear brake

Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,442 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2015 27,426 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,788 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,683 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 24,244 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 22,670 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2011 22,670 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 22,440 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2010 22,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 21,822 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 21,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2007 19,788 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 16,596 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 16,596 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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P485 SUC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P485 SUC, 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 P485 SUC registered?

P485 SUC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P485 SUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P485 SUC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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