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P817 KTF

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,057 mi
Last recorded21,057 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP817 KTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 21,057 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 20,783 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 20,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 18,277 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 17,244 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,325 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 15,946 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 15,216 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 14,737 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 13,828 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,868 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 11,789 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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P817 KTF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P817 KTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P817 KTF registered?

P817 KTF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P817 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P817 KTF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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