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R940 VSE

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,196 mi
Last recorded4,196 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 VSE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 4,196 miles

Both tyres are showing signs of cracking with age

Fail 30 May 2013 4,194 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

The side walls of both tyres are starting to crack with age

Fail 24 May 2012 3,247 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2012 3,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 98 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 21 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 11 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 7 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 2 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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R940 VSE is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R940 VSE, 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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What year was R940 VSE registered?

R940 VSE is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R940 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 VSE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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