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P86 GPY

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,233 mi
Last recorded19,233 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP86 GPY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 19,233 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 19,117 miles
Pass 14 May 2023 19,042 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 18,902 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 18,285 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 17,578 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 17,004 miles

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 4 Aug 2014 16,795 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 15,920 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,631 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 14,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,671 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 9,813 miles

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

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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P86 GPY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P86 GPY, 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 P86 GPY registered?

P86 GPY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P86 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P86 GPY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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