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P617 VUD

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Purple Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,729 mi
Last recorded32,729 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 110019,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP617 VUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 32,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,315 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,494 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 28,423 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,758 miles

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

front brake slightly stiff to rotate wheel

Pass 30 Aug 2013 24,341 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 24,341 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 22,801 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 20,792 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 17,943 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 17,943 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,718 miles

Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2007 13,509 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 11,529 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P617 VUD is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Purple with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P617 VUD, 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 P617 VUD registered?

P617 VUD is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 12 September 1996.

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