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P61 WGH

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,608 mi
Last recorded16,608 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 WGH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 16,608 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 16,392 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame suffering corrosion, especially the rear subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest missing rubber grip

Pass 7 Feb 2022 15,589 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 14,882 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 14,342 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 13,648 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 12,542 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,286 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 10,238 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 8,624 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 8,624 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,083 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,610 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2007 2,046 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))

Pass 15 Aug 2007 2,046 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,799 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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P61 WGH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P61 WGH, 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 P61 WGH registered?

P61 WGH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P61 WGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P61 WGH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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