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P492 XTG

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,573 mi
Last recorded36,573 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 XTG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 36,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 36,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,048 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 35,048 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 34,291 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 31,282 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 30,094 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 27,788 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 27,405 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 26,884 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 26,881 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 26,586 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 26,586 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 26,155 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 25,040 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 May 2006 25,040 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (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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P492 XTG is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P492 XTG, 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 P492 XTG registered?

P492 XTG is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 15 May 1997.

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