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P696 BDV

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Maroon Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,725 mi
Last recorded28,725 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP696 BDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 28,725 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 28,358 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 28,358 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 28,226 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 27,743 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 27,713 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 27,731 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 27,537 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 27,521 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 27,325 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 23,641 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 23,641 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain loose

nail in rear tyre

slight play in clutch lever

Pass 28 Mar 2007 18,744 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 18,744 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 16,032 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P696 BDV is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Maroon with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,662 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 P696 BDV, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P696 BDV registered?

P696 BDV is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is P696 BDV safe to buy?

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