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P556 HOC

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Black Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,944 mi
Last recorded18,944 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 110019,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP556 HOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 18,944 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 18,024 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 17,061 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 16,083 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2019 14,792 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2018 14,760 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 14,623 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,373 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 14,096 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 14,096 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 May 2014 13,639 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 12,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,203 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 12,203 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,829 miles

Front tyre cracking around side walls!

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 11,824 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Front tyre cracking around side walls!

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 11,664 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100?

Based on 6,187 MOT tests across 591 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
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P556 HOC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Black with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,456 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 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P556 HOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P556 HOC registered?

P556 HOC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is P556 HOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P556 HOC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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