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R375 GYJ

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,394 mi
Last recorded18,394 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR375 GYJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 18,394 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 18,152 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspect swing arm slightly loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 17,249 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 17,224 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering linkage component insecure Steering yoke top nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 16,693 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 15,690 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 15,690 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Freeplay (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front brake spongy

Pass 21 Mar 2013 15,439 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,690 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 12,955 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,810 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 10,334 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 8,324 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 13,585 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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R375 GYJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R375 GYJ, 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 R375 GYJ registered?

R375 GYJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R375 GYJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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