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P493 XHY

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,640 mi
Last recorded57,640 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 XHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 57,640 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 57,623 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 57,210 miles

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)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 56,049 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 54,743 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 53,278 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 51,621 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 50,531 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 49,129 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2006 49,125 miles

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.

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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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.

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