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R494 HNL

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Grey Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,807 mi
Last recorded12,807 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 HNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 12,807 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 12,449 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,419 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 12,419 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 12,419 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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R494 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Grey with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R494 HNL, 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 R494 HNL registered?

R494 HNL is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R494 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 HNL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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