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P59 CTH

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,165 mi
Last recorded18,165 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 CTH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 18,165 miles

Slight cracks on offside side wall of front tyre.

Pass 24 Aug 2020 18,099 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 18,016 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 17,618 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,248 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 16,719 miles

slight cracking on rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 16 Aug 2014 16,219 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 16,219 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 May 2013 16,095 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 16,036 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 May 2012 16,036 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2011 16,011 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 15,957 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 15,931 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 15,901 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 155,820 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 15,580 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2006 15,821 miles

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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P59 CTH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P59 CTH, 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 P59 CTH registered?

P59 CTH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 10 April 1997.

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