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R226 UWL

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Black Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,475 mi
Last recorded31,475 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 UWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,475 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 31,462 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 30,925 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 30,536 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2006 27,838 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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R226 UWL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Black with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R226 UWL, 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 R226 UWL registered?

R226 UWL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R226 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 UWL shows 5 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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