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R897 PUY

1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Silver Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,786 mi
Last recorded37,786 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 75018,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR897 PUY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2012 37,786 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 37,780 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 35,204 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 35,195 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

o/s front disc on limit. rear disc on limit

Pass 15 May 2010 32,355 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 29,840 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 27,629 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 26,225 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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R897 PUY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Silver with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R897 PUY, 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 R897 PUY registered?

R897 PUY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R897 PUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R897 PUY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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