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R83 KOJ

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,020 mi
Last recorded40,020 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 KOJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 40,020 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 39,644 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 39,077 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 39,001 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 38,878 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 38,872 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Registration plate incorrect small in size (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 38,540 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 38,308 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 36,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 36,644 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 36,247 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 35,638 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 34,747 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 33,917 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,277 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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R83 KOJ 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 93.3%.

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 R83 KOJ, 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 R83 KOJ registered?

R83 KOJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R83 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 KOJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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