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R203 HGC

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Green Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,209 mi
Last recorded51,209 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR203 HGC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 51,209 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 50,768 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 50,010 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 49,349 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 48,340 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 47,561 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 47,042 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 45,924 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 44,624 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 42,450 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 41,261 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 37,373 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 May 2014 37,373 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 35,025 miles

FRONT END SOFT

Pass 19 May 2012 33,668 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 32,200 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 30,264 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 27,796 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,158 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 17,582 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 14,453 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100?

Based on 6,187 MOT tests across 591 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
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R203 HGC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Green with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 23,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R203 HGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R203 HGC registered?

R203 HGC is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 16 October 1997.

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