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R445 WYD

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,706 mi
Last recorded55,706 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 WYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 55,706 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp switch slightly loose (4.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Rear tyre has a slight cut

Pass 30 Jun 2022 53,033 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 53,033 miles

Front Fork yoke insecure Top steering stem nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail Sprocket carrier bearing excess play (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 50,777 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 50,777 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 48,788 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,122 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 41,376 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 35,418 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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R445 WYD is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,459 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 R445 WYD, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R445 WYD is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 18 March 1998.

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