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R471 AFL

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Orange Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,094 mi
Last recorded31,094 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 AFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 31,094 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 30,961 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 30,959 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 30,383 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 30,383 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 28,752 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,594 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 25,697 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 25,697 miles

Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 May 2006 24,225 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 20,056 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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R471 AFL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Orange with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R471 AFL, 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 R471 AFL registered?

R471 AFL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R471 AFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 AFL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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