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P826 SUR

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,881 mi
Last recorded36,881 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP826 SUR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 36,881 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 36,528 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,451 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 36,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 35,555 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 35,555 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 34,468 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 34,468 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 33,463 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 33,463 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,187 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,329 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 32,097 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,008 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 29,172 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 27,613 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 27,613 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 24,857 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 23,499 miles

Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 22,465 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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P826 SUR is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P826 SUR, 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 P826 SUR registered?

P826 SUR is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 22 February 1997.

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