MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,640 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Oil leak from nearside of engine
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
slight sponginess on front brake lever
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?
Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P493 XHY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 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 P493 XHY, 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 P493 XHY registered?
P493 XHY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 30 July 1997.
Is P493 XHY safe to buy?
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